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BF56 GFV

2006 Mercedes-benz 320

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

110,399 mi
Last recorded110,399 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 32090,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 GFV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 110,399 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 97,812 miles

Rear nearside and offside some cracking on tyres.

Fail 13 May 2016 97,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear nearside and offside some cracking on tyres.

Pass 23 Mar 2015 84,227 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 74,253 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 74,253 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 69,602 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 61,307 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 51,342 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 40,772 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear wipers poor

Fail 27 Aug 2009 40,771 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear wipers poor

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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BF56 GFV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF56 GFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF56 GFV registered?

BF56 GFV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is BF56 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF56 GFV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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