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DG56 TKU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,413 mi
Last recorded119,413 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 TKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 119,413 miles

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside componenets

Fail 28 Nov 2018 119,413 miles

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

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

under trays fitted obscuring some underside componenets

Pass 5 Dec 2017 103,247 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 103,094 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 90,008 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 77,775 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 67,078 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 58,181 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 58,181 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 48,510 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 41,063 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 41,063 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 35,771 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 29,625 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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DG56 TKU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG56 TKU, 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 DG56 TKU registered?

DG56 TKU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is DG56 TKU safe to buy?

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