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DK56 XHF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

44,969 mi
Last recorded44,969 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 XHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 44,969 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight edge wear and High/Low spots (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 44,758 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 44,419 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 43,994 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 43,784 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 43,645 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge generally becoming low,more so on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 43,645 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge generally becoming low,more so on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 43,333 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 42,743 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing slightly more so on inside edge

Pass 4 Oct 2017 42,157 miles

offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 7 Oct 2016 40,821 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,922 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 37,274 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 35,350 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 33,403 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 31,022 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 28,787 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,034 miles

brake pedal rubber starting to wear

large under trays

Pass 27 Jul 2009 25,677 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 XHF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 XHF, 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

How do I check the history of DK56 XHF?

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What year was DK56 XHF registered?

DK56 XHF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is DK56 XHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK56 XHF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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