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GU56 KMJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,397 mi
Last recorded85,397 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 KMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 85,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2025 80,699 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2025 80,699 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 76,610 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 24 Jul 2023 69,524 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 65,460 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 59,268 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2021 59,268 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2020 56,057 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 55,062 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 55,062 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 53,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 51,097 miles

Both Front Tyres Perished

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 48,813 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 44,627 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 39,608 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 35,447 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 28,859 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 20,447 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 18,104 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 15,510 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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GU56 KMJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GU56 KMJ, 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 GU56 KMJ registered?

GU56 KMJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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The MOT history for GU56 KMJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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