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GF56 OTK

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

127,214 mi
Last recorded127,214 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 OTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 127,214 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 123,853 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 118,680 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 114,129 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 110,140 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 101,441 miles

front brake discs worn

nearside rear brake sticking

Pass 31 Aug 2016 96,373 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2016 96,373 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over sub frame and fuel tank (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2015 94,059 miles

Offside rear tyre tread wearing low

Pass 26 Aug 2014 85,571 miles

both front tyres are wearing on outside edges

Fail 19 Aug 2014 85,571 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

both front tyres are wearing on outside edges

Pass 4 Sep 2013 73,719 miles

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

nearside rear tyre wearing low

offside front botom ball joint has slight play

Fail 12 Sep 2012 61,111 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 61,111 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 54,426 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2011 54,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 43,877 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 34,124 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 34,124 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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GF56 OTK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 GF56 OTK, 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 GF56 OTK registered?

GF56 OTK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is GF56 OTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 OTK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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