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FY56 FMD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Orange Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,250 mi
Last recorded108,250 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 FMD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 108,250 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 98,253 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 93,622 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 93,622 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Down to cords on outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Off to cords on outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2017 87,857 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 79,014 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 72,527 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads near limit (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads near limit (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 65,094 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 55,541 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 47,426 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 39,053 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 32,356 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 25,380 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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FY56 FMD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Orange with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FY56 FMD, 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 FMD registered?

FY56 FMD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is FY56 FMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 FMD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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