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SC55 RGO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,388 mi
Last recorded86,388 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 RGO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 86,388 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 80,581 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 68,335 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint STEEL (2.4.G.2)

Under tray fitted

Fail 16 Mar 2016 68,309 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear - NEAR REAR FLEXI (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear - NEAR REAR FLEXI (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint STEEL (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint STEEL (2.4.G.2)

Under tray fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2015 47,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Mar 2015 47,440 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2014 43,384 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 38,229 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 33,681 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 30,285 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 26,532 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 21,919 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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SC55 RGO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 SC55 RGO, 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 SC55 RGO registered?

SC55 RGO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is SC55 RGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC55 RGO 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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