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AF56 XUT

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

165,563 mi
Last recorded165,563 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF56 XUT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 165,563 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 157,220 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 157,220 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 146,499 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 146,499 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 144,411 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 143,148 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 138,165 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 132,973 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 126,159 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 30 Aug 2016 119,133 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 110,429 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 98,789 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 89,526 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 78,448 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 64,879 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 51,578 miles

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)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 37,427 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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AF56 XUT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AF56 XUT, 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 AF56 XUT registered?

AF56 XUT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is AF56 XUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF56 XUT shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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