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HG56 EVJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,569 mi
Last recorded103,569 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 EVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 14 May 2025 103,569 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 97,245 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 91,874 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 89,482 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 87,728 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 86,990 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2019 78,084 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 76,116 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 67,917 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 60,265 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 57,385 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front tyre is low on the inner edge

Pass 16 May 2014 50,126 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

off side front tyre low outer edge

sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2013 46,535 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 38,165 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2010 20,448 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 15,209 miles

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

nsf tyre rolling on outside edge and a small cut in the tread

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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HG56 EVJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HG56 EVJ, 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

How do I check the history of HG56 EVJ?

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What year was HG56 EVJ registered?

HG56 EVJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is HG56 EVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG56 EVJ shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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