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ST55 VVF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,348 mi
Last recorded119,348 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 VVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 119,348 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2017 119,331 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 113,993 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 110,179 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 106,681 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 89,761 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 85,721 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 81,700 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 73,335 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 54,314 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 18 Feb 2009 54,314 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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ST55 VVF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 ST55 VVF, 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 ST55 VVF registered?

ST55 VVF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 February 2006.

Is ST55 VVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST55 VVF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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