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KM56 FCU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,225 mi
Last recorded104,225 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 FCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 104,225 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 104,225 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure as chalked 225 45 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure as chalked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 78,514 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2025 78,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 59,672 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 50,206 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 41,914 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 40,666 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 37,475 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 26,850 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 24,715 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 23,110 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 22,939 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 20,223 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 16,336 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 15,893 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 15,083 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 14,531 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 13,913 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 12,907 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 11,170 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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KM56 FCU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 KM56 FCU, 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 KM56 FCU registered?

KM56 FCU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is KM56 FCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM56 FCU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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