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PL06 DPY

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

114,993 mi
Last recorded114,993 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL06 DPY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2019 114,993 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted obscuring full inspection

Fail 30 Nov 2019 114,990 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link rubber split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted obscuring full inspection

Pass 9 Nov 2018 102,770 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 9 Nov 2018 102,770 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2017 92,278 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2016 84,476 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 77,965 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 74,113 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 71,216 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 71,216 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 68,430 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 67,576 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 63,000 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 49,116 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 49,113 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

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

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

slight corrosion on brake discs

Pass 9 Dec 2009 47,191 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 47,156 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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PL06 DPY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 PL06 DPY, 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 PL06 DPY registered?

PL06 DPY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 July 2006.

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The MOT history for PL06 DPY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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