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KM56 MGU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

162,328 mi
Last recorded162,328 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 MGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 162,328 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 151,382 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 149,990 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2015 75,125 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 60,224 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 50,585 miles

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

off side front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 27 Apr 2012 43,398 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 35,009 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 34,818 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 25,700 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 MGU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KM56 MGU, 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 MGU registered?

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

Is KM56 MGU safe to buy?

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