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DE56 XPS

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

111,995 mi
Last recorded111,995 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE56 XPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 111,995 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 98,183 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2021 98,183 miles

Headlamp aim not tested both bulbs incorrect (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 90,100 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 90,100 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside 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))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 84,381 miles

Nearside Front Lower wing guard front missing

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 79,335 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 76,092 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 72,123 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2015 72,123 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2013 64,965 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front wheel arch liner insecure- signs of contact with roadwheel

Pass 31 May 2012 59,229 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 48,769 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 45,020 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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DE56 XPS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DE56 XPS, 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 DE56 XPS registered?

DE56 XPS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is DE56 XPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE56 XPS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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