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KM56 GWX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,289 mi
Last recorded93,289 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 GWX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 93,289 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2022 90,685 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2022 90,671 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 88,843 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 86,801 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low on inner edge of tread

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 81,038 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 76,417 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 71,500 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 67,682 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 67,682 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2015 63,467 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 58,278 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 58,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 17 May 2013 52,786 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2012 12,670 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 40,723 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 34,293 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 34,290 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 34,290 miles

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2009 29,541 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 GWX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GWX, 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 GWX registered?

KM56 GWX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is KM56 GWX safe to buy?

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