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MV56 TSX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,051 mi
Last recorded116,051 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV56 TSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 116,051 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 112,452 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components on the underside

Pass 28 Aug 2014 112,367 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 96,101 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)

damage to nearside rear tyre sidewall

damage to offside front tyre sidewall

handbrake warning light stays on

rattle from engine bay

Pass 16 Aug 2012 77,007 miles

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre wearing on edge

Pass 3 Aug 2011 49,302 miles

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

front number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 18 Aug 2010 25,138 miles

hand brake requie adjustments

Pass 11 Sep 2009 20,288 miles

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Underguards fitted limiting inspection

Fail 8 Sep 2009 20,251 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Underguards fitted limiting inspection

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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MV56 TSX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MV56 TSX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV56 TSX registered?

MV56 TSX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is MV56 TSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV56 TSX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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