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FV56 TWL

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,903 mi
Last recorded132,903 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 TWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 132,903 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

engine light on SRS light on

gearbox oil leak

Fail 7 Dec 2018 132,903 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

engine light on SRS light on

gearbox oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2017 124,900 miles

Engine management light on Airbag light on

Fail 5 Dec 2017 124,900 miles

Engine management light on Airbag light on

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 117,548 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 112,243 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 107,295 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 101,521 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly lipped

n/s/r tyre outer wall damaged but no ply/cord exposed at time of inspection

o/s/f tyre outer wall damaged but no ply/cord exposed at time of inspection

Pass 5 Dec 2012 95,163 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 86,288 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 79,416 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on both inner and outer edges

Pass 8 Dec 2009 65,741 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 65,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 TWL is a 2007 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 76.9%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 79,646 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 TWL, 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 19 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 TWL registered?

FV56 TWL is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 January 2007.

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The MOT history for FV56 TWL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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