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FV56 NLC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

99,729 mi
Last recorded99,729 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 NLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 99,729 miles

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

Offside Front tyre wearing heavily on outer edge

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Nov 2017 99,729 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front tyre wearing heavily on outer edge

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Nov 2016 81,994 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 81,994 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brake servo damaged and function impaired (3.6.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 75,421 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 75,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 61,550 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 61,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 55,367 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 48,364 miles

Damage to n/s/r tyre outer wall,no cords visible.

Several splits around inner wall of n/s/f tyre and damage to outer wall,no cords visible.

Fail 27 Apr 2012 48,364 miles

Damage to n/s/r tyre outer wall,no cords visible.

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

Several splits around inner wall of n/s/f tyre and damage to outer wall,no cords visible.

Pass 8 Mar 2011 41,284 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 31,772 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 NLC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 NLC, 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 NLC registered?

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

Is FV56 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 NLC shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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