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KM56 NNZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

152,144 mi
Last recorded152,144 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 NNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 152,144 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play CAMBER (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 150,856 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 147,923 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 145,152 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 141,390 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 137,212 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 134,133 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 129,463 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 123,254 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2017 116,137 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 111,957 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 98,264 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 97,547 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 89,903 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 89,903 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2013 81,765 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2013 81,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 17 Nov 2012 73,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 73,520 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 65,305 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 58,622 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside front tyre worn very low on outer edge

offside front tyre worn low at edges

Pass 16 Nov 2009 46,119 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 46,118 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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KM56 NNZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 NNZ, 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 NNZ registered?

KM56 NNZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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