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FV56 NLU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

60,782 mi
Last recorded60,782 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 60,782 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 60,782 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2024 56,153 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 50,957 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 46,453 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 44,794 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 43,777 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 43,777 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt castor arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 42,997 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 40,833 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 40,833 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 38,829 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 38,829 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt castor (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt camber (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 33,958 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 31,315 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 28,002 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 25,900 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 25,900 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 23,386 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 21,229 miles

Front camber arm bushes starting to split

Pass 29 Nov 2010 18,606 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 16,090 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 NLU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 NLU, 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 NLU registered?

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

Is FV56 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 NLU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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