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FV56 MVO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

138,480 mi
Last recorded138,480 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 MVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Jun 2016 138,480 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting broken (7.1.1)

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall : multiple tears. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine management warning light on.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake warning light remains on when lever is released.

Pass 1 Jul 2015 125,963 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

nail in osr tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2014 118,409 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 118,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 103,569 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 98,658 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 98,622 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 82,247 miles

handbrake only just meets requirements

Pass 22 Nov 2010 64,330 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 64,330 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front disc,s worn

Pass 27 Nov 2009 46,572 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 MVO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FV56 MVO, 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 MVO registered?

FV56 MVO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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The MOT history for FV56 MVO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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