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EA56 XWR

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

126,809 mi
Last recorded126,809 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 XWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2026 126,809 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 106,937 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted

Fail 11 Sep 2025 106,937 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2024 100,520 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 97,450 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2022 93,864 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 93,864 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 90,585 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 86,247 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 82,571 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 78,657 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 75,515 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 71,618 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 66,903 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 62,470 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 53,986 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 46,326 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 41,781 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 32,409 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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EA56 XWR is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EA56 XWR, 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 EA56 XWR registered?

EA56 XWR is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is EA56 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA56 XWR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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