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GY56 OYD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,519 mi
Last recorded95,519 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 OYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 95,519 miles

All steering/suspension components has surface rust

Covers and Shields fitted

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under vehicle surface rust

Pass 13 Apr 2018 95,339 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2017 84,816 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear section of exhaust bracket broken but adequately supported

Pass 18 Feb 2016 76,114 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 15 Feb 2015 72,476 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s outer sill damaged

Fail 13 Feb 2015 72,461 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s outer sill damaged

Pass 10 Feb 2014 69,548 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 69,518 miles

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 62,328 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 30 Dec 2011 52,624 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 44,516 miles

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

Fail 31 Dec 2010 44,516 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 34,487 miles

front brake discs have slight lip

n/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

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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GY56 OYD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GY56 OYD, 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 GY56 OYD registered?

GY56 OYD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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The MOT history for GY56 OYD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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