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CU56 SVV

2006 Mercedes-benz C 320

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

105,768 mi
Last recorded105,768 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C 32089,769 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU56 SVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 105,768 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play arm rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 18 Oct 2024 100,654 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 26 Oct 2023 94,886 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 92,183 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2022 92,183 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 81,571 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2021 81,571 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 76,241 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2020 76,241 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 2 Apr 2019 67,236 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 59,714 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 15 May 2017 55,171 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 49,082 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 39,809 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 38,246 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 38,101 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 38,101 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 38,084 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 33,806 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 28,044 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 23,814 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)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
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CU56 SVV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 89,769 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU56 SVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CU56 SVV registered?

CU56 SVV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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