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DK56 XGM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,422 mi
Last recorded64,422 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 XGM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 64,422 miles

brake pipes covered in grease making hard to inspect

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 2 May 2018 64,422 miles

Central Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake pipes covered in grease making hard to inspect

covers and trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 May 2017 59,259 miles

Brake pipes greased not allowing inspection

Engine covers fitted and Undertrays fitted time of test

Rear discs rusty due to standing

Pass 22 Sep 2015 57,239 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre outer wall slightly dammaged

Offside Front slight play in steering rack end

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

unable to fully inspect front to rear brake and fuel pipes due to undercovers

Fail 22 Sep 2015 57,239 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle section (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre outer wall slightly dammaged

Offside Front slight play in steering rack end

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

unable to fully inspect front to rear brake and fuel pipes due to undercovers

Pass 24 Sep 2014 53,429 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 53,429 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 48,447 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2012 44,206 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 39,975 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 35,557 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 21 Aug 2009 30,054 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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DK56 XGM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DK56 XGM, 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 DK56 XGM registered?

DK56 XGM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DK56 XGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK56 XGM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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