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FD56 EEO

2006 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

153,908 mi
Last recorded153,908 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 32090,263 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 EEO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 153,908 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2025 153,834 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes, both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Injector blowing on bank 2

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 148,170 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipes have light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 141,139 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 132,704 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 132,703 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 125,430 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 118,087 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 110,428 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 110,428 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 102,164 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 94,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring view of some components in engine bay

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

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 25 Nov 2015 88,185 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 79,861 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 70,641 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 62,645 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 50,373 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 50,102 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 40,409 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 31,065 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 30,759 miles

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

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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FD56 EEO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FD56 EEO, 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 FD56 EEO registered?

FD56 EEO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 23 November 2006.

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