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KN56 ECA

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,702 mi
Last recorded60,702 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN56 ECA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 60,702 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2025 59,738 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 59,688 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 57,506 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2023 55,175 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 53,020 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 51,315 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 51,276 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 50,065 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 48,890 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 46,278 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 43,724 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 41,342 miles

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2015 39,724 miles

engine cover fitted

gearbox oil leaking

undertray fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2014 37,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 34,818 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2012 31,154 miles

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 21 Nov 2011 27,447 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 23,055 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 17,646 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 17,646 miles

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

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

both rear tyre walls cracking

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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KN56 ECA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 KN56 ECA, 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 KN56 ECA registered?

KN56 ECA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is KN56 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN56 ECA 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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