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FV55 THX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

149,811 mi
Last recorded149,811 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 THX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 149,811 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To Rear And Offside Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated And Offside Rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))

Tail Gate Gas Struts Weak

Pass 26 Aug 2020 144,633 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 130,704 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge close to legal limit

corrosion on front tor rear brake pipes

Fail 25 Oct 2019 130,704 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge close to legal limit

corrosion on front tor rear brake pipes

Pass 2 Nov 2018 106,942 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 106,942 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 82,931 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 82,931 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 71,690 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 68,740 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 65,892 miles

both rear tyres close to limit

Pass 6 Aug 2013 60,428 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 57,161 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 57,161 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 51,067 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 41,222 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 41,222 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 33,078 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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FV55 THX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV55 THX, 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.

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What year was FV55 THX registered?

FV55 THX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 February 2006.

Is FV55 THX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 THX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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