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KO56 DCV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

95,003 mi
Last recorded95,003 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO56 DCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 95,003 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 87,345 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 80,049 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 76,233 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 72,798 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 68,869 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 63,214 miles

front tyres worn on edges.

Fail 19 Sep 2018 63,214 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

front tyres worn on edges.

Pass 11 Sep 2017 57,837 miles

Engine Management MIL illuminated on dash

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 52,050 miles

n/s/r tyre at 3mm.

Pass 26 Aug 2015 46,355 miles

Offside Rear tyre at 3mm

Fail 26 Aug 2015 46,355 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre at 3mm

Pass 29 Aug 2014 39,577 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 34,136 miles

front tyres worn on edges.

Pass 12 Sep 2012 29,018 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

full length underbody covers fitted restricted view of various components

Pass 30 Aug 2011 23,366 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

full under body covers fitted restricted view of various components

Pass 6 Sep 2010 17,674 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 17,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2009 11,245 miles

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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KO56 DCV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KO56 DCV, 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 KO56 DCV registered?

KO56 DCV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is KO56 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO56 DCV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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