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FV56 BDU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

104,887 mi
Last recorded104,887 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 BDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 104,887 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 103,669 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 3 Nov 2022 103,667 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 21 Oct 2021 101,722 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 100,339 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 98,871 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 95,501 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 93,054 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 89,223 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 83,385 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 76,200 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 70,587 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 66,351 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 61,812 miles

Front tyres worn inner and outer shoulders

Fail 19 Oct 2011 61,812 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front tyres worn inner and outer shoulders

Pass 9 Nov 2010 57,630 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 45,315 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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FV56 BDU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 FV56 BDU, 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 FV56 BDU registered?

FV56 BDU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is FV56 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 BDU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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