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FY56 EJO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

159,240 mi
Last recorded159,240 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 EJO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 159,240 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 159,235 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected obstruction bottom panel insecure (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 157,400 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 154,925 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 152,043 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 147,191 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 140,811 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 126,628 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 115,847 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 104,681 miles

bottom trays fitted

top covers fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2009 89,437 miles

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

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

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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FY56 EJO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FY56 EJO, 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 FY56 EJO registered?

FY56 EJO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is FY56 EJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 EJO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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