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SH56 RYU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Lpg 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,099 mi
Last recorded124,099 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 RYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 124,099 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 109,693 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 93,718 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 90,639 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 90,639 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 78,663 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 67,911 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 55,744 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 45,731 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 35,373 miles

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

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

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

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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SH56 RYU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SH56 RYU, 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 SH56 RYU registered?

SH56 RYU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is SH56 RYU safe to buy?

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