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FY56 TKE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2017
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

265,300 mi
Last recorded265,300 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 TKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 265,300 miles

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

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

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 27 May 2015 97,212 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 93,112 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 89,728 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 86,112 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 79,224 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 72,118 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 72,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2012 68,216 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 63,120 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 57,102 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 62,210 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 62,210 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 47,241 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 41,652 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 38,576 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 38,576 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 36,212 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 TKE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 TKE, 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.

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What year was FY56 TKE registered?

FY56 TKE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2006.

Is FY56 TKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 TKE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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