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NU56 WBV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

148,337 mi
Last recorded148,337 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU56 WBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 148,337 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 143,673 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 133,102 miles

front brake discs slightly worn-o/s/f anti roll bar link has slight play-front d bushes have slight movement-both front wheel bearing has slight play-brake pipes surface rust-rear tyres worn on inner edge-n/s/r anti roll bar link has slight play

Fail 17 Apr 2013 133,102 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs slightly worn-o/s/f anti roll bar link has slight play-front d bushes have slight movement-both front wheel bearing has slight play-brake pipes surface rust-rear tyres worn on inner edge-n/s/r anti roll bar link has slight play

Pass 29 Nov 2011 117,706 miles

o/s/r tyre on limit

washer fluid running low

Fail 26 Oct 2010 101,354 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 26 Oct 2010 101,354 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 1 Oct 2009 85,409 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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NU56 WBV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NU56 WBV, 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 NU56 WBV registered?

NU56 WBV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is NU56 WBV safe to buy?

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