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KL56 VVE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

150,700 mi
Last recorded150,700 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL56 VVE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 150,700 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked in offside lower corner (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside parking brake effort low

Fail 3 Sep 2024 150,331 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked in offside lower corner (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside parking brake effort low

Pass 4 Sep 2023 134,187 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 126,757 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 121,160 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 115,571 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 110,369 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 107,231 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 101,635 miles

both rear tyres have wear to inner edges

Pass 10 Nov 2016 92,111 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Fail 9 Nov 2016 92,111 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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 9 Nov 2015 82,535 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 74,929 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 65,640 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 65,638 miles

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

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 21 Nov 2012 55,333 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 46,548 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 37,412 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 27,357 miles

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

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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KL56 VVE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KL56 VVE, 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 KL56 VVE?

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What year was KL56 VVE registered?

KL56 VVE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 December 2006.

Is KL56 VVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL56 VVE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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