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SG56 FGE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,926 mi
Last recorded94,926 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2014
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 FGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2014 94,926 miles

Both front tyres have significant sidewall damage.

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

Fail 28 Feb 2014 94,926 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Both front tyres have significant sidewall damage.

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 88,756 miles

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

O/S/F tyre has significant sidewall damage.

Fail 5 Mar 2013 88,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

O/S/F tyre has significant sidewall damage.

Oil level low.

Pass 23 Nov 2011 79,876 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 79,876 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 71,587 miles

Front washer jets week but delivering sufficient fluid to screen.

Pass 31 Dec 2009 64,139 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 60,964 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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SG56 FGE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SG56 FGE, 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 SG56 FGE registered?

SG56 FGE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is SG56 FGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG56 FGE shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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