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MV56 GYJ

2006 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

154,887 mi
Last recorded154,887 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 32090,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 GYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 154,887 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 154,887 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 142,300 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 141,709 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 130,697 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 130,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 123,948 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 120,093 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 121,321 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 101,974 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 101,974 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 78,676 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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MV56 GYJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 90,263 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 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV56 GYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV56 GYJ registered?

MV56 GYJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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