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SW55 FZB

2006 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,319 mi
Last recorded136,319 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 32090,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 FZB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2020 136,319 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 134,967 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

oil leaks

suspension component corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2017 134,262 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2016 121,240 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 111,998 miles

Engine cover/under tray/side sill covers fitted

General corrosion under vehicle

Fail 17 Dec 2015 111,998 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine cover/under tray/side sill covers fitted

General corrosion under vehicle

Pass 2 Dec 2014 100,054 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

General corrosion under vehicle.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Dec 2014 100,030 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

General corrosion under vehicle.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Dec 2013 88,542 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 73,310 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pedal anti slip starting to wear away

Fail 27 Nov 2012 73,310 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake pedal anti slip starting to wear away

Pass 19 Dec 2011 60,866 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2010 43,858 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded and grooved

Pass 27 Jan 2010 35,843 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 27,705 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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SW55 FZB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 90,263 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW55 FZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW55 FZB registered?

SW55 FZB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 7 February 2006.

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