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MC56 BVW

2006 Mercedes Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,857 mi
Last recorded101,857 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes Ml85,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC56 BVW
MakeMercedes
ModelMl
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 101,857 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 99,539 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 99,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 98,189 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 93,231 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 90,157 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 85,567 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 85,567 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 85,544 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 83,870 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 80,488 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 80,488 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at clip (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 75,894 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 70,799 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 68,769 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 62,346 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 50,146 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 50,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 35,907 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 27,166 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Ml?

Based on 3,846 MOT tests across 259 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
7,366
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
259
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63
Stop lamp not working 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
position lamp(s) not working 48
Registration plate lamp not working 45
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MC56 BVW is a 2006 Mercedes Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 85,567 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes Ml fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MC56 BVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MC56 BVW registered?

MC56 BVW is a 2006 Mercedes Ml, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is MC56 BVW safe to buy?

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