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HX56 GZV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,695 mi
Last recorded39,695 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX56 GZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 39,695 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2025 31,931 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 30,890 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 29,142 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 29,142 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 28,205 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 27,879 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 26,771 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 25,813 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 24,066 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing and cracking on its outside edge.

Pass 18 Oct 2017 22,729 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 21,358 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking on outer tread edge.

Pass 29 Oct 2015 20,034 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 18,184 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 17,018 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 17,018 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 16,359 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 14,234 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 11,828 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 9,494 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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HX56 GZV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HX56 GZV, 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 HX56 GZV registered?

HX56 GZV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 2006.

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