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GV06 FXM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,925 mi
Last recorded49,925 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV06 FXM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 49,925 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 45,327 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 41,326 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 37,787 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 37,787 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 34,816 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 32,426 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2011 32,426 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 28,977 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 25,834 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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GV06 FXM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV06 FXM, 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 GV06 FXM registered?

GV06 FXM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is GV06 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV06 FXM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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