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HG56 BWB

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,473 mi
Last recorded44,473 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2010
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 BWB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2010 44,473 miles

front discs worn

rear pads approx 75% worn + discs have high and low spots

Pass 1 Dec 2009 33,977 miles

n/s/f tyre bold on outer edge

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread

parking brake long travel

Fail 1 Dec 2009 33,977 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

n/s/f tyre bold on outer edge

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread

parking brake long travel

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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HG56 BWB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HG56 BWB, 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 HG56 BWB registered?

HG56 BWB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2006.

Is HG56 BWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG56 BWB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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