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FV56 NMZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,150 mi
Last recorded129,150 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2012
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2012 129,150 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake warning light is on?

parking brake efficiency is low,and only just meets the minimum requirements at 18%.

Fail 6 Dec 2012 129,150 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake warning light is on?

Pass 2 Dec 2011 115,546 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 97,509 miles

plastic covers under neath

Pass 25 Nov 2009 70,831 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 NMZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NMZ, 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

How do I check the history of FV56 NMZ?

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What year was FV56 NMZ registered?

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

Is FV56 NMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV56 NMZ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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