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KN56 VYV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,282 mi
Last recorded73,282 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 73,282 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 68,504 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 65,023 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 61,915 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 59,731 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 56,794 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 51,714 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 46,968 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 44,496 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 44,496 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 40,356 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 37,363 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 35,284 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 32,020 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 29,337 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 24,042 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 24,017 miles

Offside 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 VYV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VYV, 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

How do I check the history of KN56 VYV?

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What year was KN56 VYV registered?

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

Is KN56 VYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN56 VYV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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