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EO56 XEC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

120,954 mi
Last recorded120,954 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO56 XEC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 120,954 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 117,275 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 110,385 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 108,197 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 106,358 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 103,363 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 101,895 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 101,895 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 100,876 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 100,834 miles

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 99,678 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 99,678 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 98,723 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 98,723 miles

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 97,612 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 96,468 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 96,468 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 94,604 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 93,401 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 91,333 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 87,455 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 72,830 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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EO56 XEC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EO56 XEC, 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 EO56 XEC registered?

EO56 XEC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is EO56 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO56 XEC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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