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AY56 ZKL

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

201,958 mi
Last recorded201,958 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 ZKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 201,958 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 184,389 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH front to rears corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Fail 20 Aug 2020 184,389 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear joint marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH front to rears corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 13 Aug 2019 169,570 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge very worn (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Fail 13 Aug 2019 169,564 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge wearing thin (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge very worn (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

Pass 21 Aug 2018 158,355 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 150,260 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs have slight wear

front brake pads low

Pass 23 Sep 2016 135,089 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 135,089 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall x2 bulges (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2015 119,668 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 107,636 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 93,637 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 81,441 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 5 Sep 2012 81,441 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 68,841 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 56,559 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 41,948 miles

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

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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AY56 ZKL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AY56 ZKL, 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 AY56 ZKL registered?

AY56 ZKL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is AY56 ZKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY56 ZKL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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