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GK56 WKC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

127,956 mi
Last recorded127,956 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 WKC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 127,956 miles

Exhaust rear hanger detached

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Smooth/weak inner shoulder RECOMMEND REPLACE (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, Smooth inner shoulder RECOMMEND REPLACE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Smooth/weak inner shoulder RECOMMEND REPLACE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, Smooth inner shoulder and nail in tread RECOMMEND REPLACE (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 127,934 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust rear hanger detached

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Smooth/weak inner shoulder RECOMMEND REPLACE (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, Smooth inner shoulder RECOMMEND REPLACE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Smooth/weak inner shoulder RECOMMEND REPLACE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, Smooth inner shoulder and nail in tread RECOMMEND REPLACE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 122,504 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 1 Oct 2016 122,504 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 114,875 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 106,457 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 98,041 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 87,630 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 77,948 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 68,610 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 59,757 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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GK56 WKC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GK56 WKC, 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 GK56 WKC registered?

GK56 WKC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 September 2006.

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