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GF56 UYW

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

91,497 mi
Last recorded91,497 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 UYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2026 91,497 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2025 76,632 miles

undertrays fitted at the time of test

Pass 21 Nov 2024 71,411 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 71,398 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 70,504 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 69,405 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 68,127 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 66,121 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 64,582 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 61,873 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 59,899 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 55,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 49,983 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 45,363 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 40,133 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 32,253 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 27,916 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 21,625 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 19,378 miles

245/40/r17/91w conti contact sport.

o/s/r tyre 2.5mm tread left (1.6mm limit)

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 UYW 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 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 GF56 UYW, 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 UYW registered?

GF56 UYW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is GF56 UYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 UYW 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.

Does GF56 UYW have outstanding finance?

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