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SL56 VPW

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,292 mi
Last recorded99,292 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL56 VPW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 99,292 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 96,484 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 89,194 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 89,194 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 84,649 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 5 Apr 2016 84,648 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 71,257 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2014 59,451 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 49,250 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 39,227 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2011 30,099 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 21,326 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 Sep 2009 18,876 miles

nearside and offside front and nearside rear tyres damaged on outer sidewall

nearside and offside front tyres wearing unevenly

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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SL56 VPW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SL56 VPW, 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 SL56 VPW registered?

SL56 VPW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is SL56 VPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL56 VPW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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