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KN56 KGP

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

85,672 mi
Last recorded85,672 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN56 KGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2026 85,672 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 68,576 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 57,606 miles

slightly smoking on Acceleration

Pass 23 Jun 2023 55,714 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 52,314 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 49,194 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 48,184 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 46,986 miles

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 24 Jul 2018 44,303 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 42,200 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged on door

Fail 26 Jul 2017 42,200 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint front rear (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged on door

Pass 3 Aug 2016 39,129 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 36,117 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 33,270 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 5 Aug 2013 31,265 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 31,264 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 27,179 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 24,383 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 24,383 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 21,346 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 17,846 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 17,846 miles

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

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 KGP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KGP, 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 KGP registered?

KN56 KGP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is KN56 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN56 KGP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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