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SK06 FVZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,695 mi
Last recorded115,695 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK06 FVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 115,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 101,150 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 90,398 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to brake and suspension components

Fail 7 Sep 2017 90,398 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to brake and suspension components

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 78,376 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2015 78,376 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2014 71,096 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 53,659 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2013 53,659 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 37,395 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 37,395 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 32,321 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 20,473 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 18,486 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 13,691 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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SK06 FVZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 SK06 FVZ, 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 SK06 FVZ registered?

SK06 FVZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 May 2006.

Is SK06 FVZ safe to buy?

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