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MF56 EAM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,842 mi
Last recorded94,842 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF56 EAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 94,842 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Both side Parking brake low efficiency

Pass 26 Jun 2023 91,791 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2022 89,757 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 85,127 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 10 Apr 2021 85,127 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working LED In Wing Mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Apr 2020 83,152 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Pass 16 Apr 2019 82,115 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 82,114 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Twisted (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 82,091 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2018 82,091 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 81,667 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 78,572 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 78,572 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2015 75,228 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 71,435 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 71,435 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 61,939 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2012 52,140 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 48,115 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 48,115 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 43,858 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 41,572 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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MF56 EAM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MF56 EAM, 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 MF56 EAM registered?

MF56 EAM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2006.

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