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HG56 NCA

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,012 mi
Last recorded166,012 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 NCA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 166,012 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 165,722 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 165,278 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 164,864 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 164,364 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 163,829 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 163,281 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 162,327 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 161,287 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 160,124 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 158,407 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 151,533 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Oct 2013 142,112 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Nov 2012 133,981 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2011 129,850 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 124,256 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 111,632 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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HG56 NCA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 NCA, 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 HG56 NCA registered?

HG56 NCA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is HG56 NCA safe to buy?

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