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SM06 FGU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 FGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2017
Pass 18 May 2016 135,514 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 135,024 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 May 2015 131,605 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 119,896 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 103,927 miles

front discs poor

Pass 20 Mar 2012 91,670 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 86,373 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 79,343 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 79,343 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 1 Jul 2009 68,027 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 65,875 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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SM06 FGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 SM06 FGU, 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 SM06 FGU registered?

SM06 FGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 May 2006.

Is SM06 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM06 FGU 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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