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MB51 DEL

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

163,999 mi
Last recorded163,999 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMB51 DEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 163,999 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 163,999 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 156,151 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 150,209 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rear (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front (3.5.1i)

engine oil leakage apparent

Pass 22 Mar 2016 140,553 miles

engine oil leak apparent

Pass 31 Mar 2015 130,822 miles

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

both sides front tyres showing signs of wear on inner & outer edges

Pass 3 Apr 2014 120,647 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 108,747 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2013 108,747 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 96,053 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 84,984 miles

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

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

both sides front brake discs becoming worn

Pass 6 Apr 2010 75,784 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 66,652 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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MB51 DEL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MB51 DEL, 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 MB51 DEL registered?

MB51 DEL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is MB51 DEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MB51 DEL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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