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FV56 MUE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

103,361 mi
Last recorded103,361 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 103,361 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 95,098 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 85,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 74,674 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 61,431 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 61,414 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 50,808 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 42,141 miles

slight play detected at steering wheel\both front tyres wearing on outer tread\rear tyres 0n 2mm \all brake pads worn but above 1.5mm

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 MUE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MUE, 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 MUE registered?

FV56 MUE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is FV56 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 MUE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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