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FV06 FXP

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

180,170 mi
Last recorded180,170 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 FXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 180,170 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 169,422 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 155,747 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 222,091 miles

Airbag light on.

Fail 10 Nov 2011 124,215 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/front brake pad fabric breaking up

rubber bushes in front castor arms splitting

Pass 10 Nov 2011 124,215 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/front brake pad fabric breaking up

rubber bushes in front castor arms splitting

Pass 15 Sep 2011 118,761 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 118,752 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust emissions high (2.74%)

front brake discs poor condition/heavily worn

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

rear brake discs heavily corroded/pitted on inner face

run-out on all brakes

Pass 29 Apr 2010 93,517 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 69,812 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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FV06 FXP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 80,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV06 FXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV06 FXP registered?

FV06 FXP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 May 2006.

Is FV06 FXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV06 FXP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV06 FXP have outstanding finance?

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