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KG56 KXY

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,160 mi
Last recorded116,160 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG56 KXY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 116,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge practically on 1.6mm min tread limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip to right of steering wheel centre line. (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin, unable to accurately measure remaining pad material without removal. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 116,043 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn main lower arm balljoint at bottom of strut. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect due to deteriorated lens (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens deteriorated badly (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge practically on 1.6mm min tread limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip to right of steering wheel centre line. (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very thin, unable to accurately measure remaining pad material without removal. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 97,027 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 61,782 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 57,036 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 49,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2014 40,117 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 40,117 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 18,257 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 18,257 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 14,143 miles

Nearside Rear 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 20 Nov 2009 7,360 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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KG56 KXY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KG56 KXY, 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 KG56 KXY registered?

KG56 KXY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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