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FV56 NLM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,841 mi
Last recorded85,841 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 85,841 miles

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

under vehicle covered

Pass 30 Jun 2023 80,492 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side on rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jun 2023 80,492 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side on rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 76,124 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 76,122 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 71,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

under-tray fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2020 67,933 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

UNDERTRAY FITTED

Pass 9 Jul 2019 65,070 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 65,069 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 61,946 miles

Brake and fuel lines corroded

Pass 29 Jun 2017 57,830 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 55,615 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 52,231 miles

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

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Nov 2014 48,700 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 42,972 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 37,685 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 33,414 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 29,472 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 24,981 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 NLM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 NLM, 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 NLM registered?

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

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