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FV56 MVS

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

183,948 mi
Last recorded183,948 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 MVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2023 183,948 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp damaged

Fail 5 Jan 2023 183,948 miles

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp damaged

Pass 1 Dec 2021 174,251 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn on the outer edge

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 174,251 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 166,859 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2020 166,859 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 153,334 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 144,929 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 136,244 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 127,662 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 13 Jun 2016 127,628 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 121,281 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 115,588 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 109,849 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 107,998 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 103,660 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 86,684 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 74,928 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 MVS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MVS, 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 FV56 MVS registered?

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

Is FV56 MVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 MVS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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