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GU56 KOD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,796 mi
Last recorded105,796 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 105,796 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 105,790 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 99,677 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2018 99,677 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 94,277 miles

Rear brake pipes covered in grease

Slight noise on rear wheels when rotated

Pass 10 Sep 2016 88,157 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 81,928 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 75,528 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 75,528 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 67,590 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Sep 2013 67,590 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2012 55,598 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 43,377 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 28,859 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 18,346 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 KOD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 GU56 KOD, 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.

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What year was GU56 KOD registered?

GU56 KOD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is GU56 KOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 KOD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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