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MV56 XVJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,359 mi
Last recorded101,359 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 101,359 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 97,210 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 93,055 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both pipes (2 pipes) front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

parking brake pedal does not return fully sometimes

Pass 20 Jul 2015 88,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jul 2015 88,649 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Nov 2014 85,816 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 26 Nov 2014 85,815 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Nov 2013 75,896 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 59,639 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 40,129 miles

n/s rear tyrte 2/3mm

Pass 28 Sep 2010 28,582 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 16,257 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 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 XVJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XVJ, 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 XVJ registered?

MV56 XVJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is MV56 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV56 XVJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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