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GU56 JYE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,208 mi
Last recorded104,208 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 JYE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 104,208 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut on side wall but not to cord

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 104,208 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm/T.C.A (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre cut on side wall but not to cord

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 92,253 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2016 92,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 82,257 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 82,257 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 68,775 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 60,045 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 52,219 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 465,623 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 35,471 miles

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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GU56 JYE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU56 JYE, 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 GU56 JYE?

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What year was GU56 JYE registered?

GU56 JYE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is GU56 JYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 JYE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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