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PX55 RCV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,378 mi
Last recorded112,378 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX55 RCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2012 112,378 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 108,891 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 96,678 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 76,089 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 51,703 miles

Both the front tyres on the outer sidewalls have slight cuts.

The front brake discs are slighhtly starting to wear and corrode.

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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PX55 RCV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PX55 RCV, 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 PX55 RCV registered?

PX55 RCV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 January 2006.

Is PX55 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX55 RCV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PX55 RCV have outstanding finance?

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