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KP56 NMU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

110,878 mi
Last recorded110,878 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP56 NMU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 110,878 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 107,844 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 103,459 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 99,664 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 92,855 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 86,242 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 82,071 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 73,105 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 64,854 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 55,599 miles

n/s/f fog damaged

pollen filter cover missing

Fail 5 Dec 2016 55,582 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

n/s/f fog lamp damaged

pollen filter cover missing

Pass 21 Nov 2015 44,772 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 39,679 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 36,254 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 33,372 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 30,439 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 27,870 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 24,930 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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KP56 NMU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 KP56 NMU, 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 KP56 NMU?

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What year was KP56 NMU registered?

KP56 NMU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is KP56 NMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP56 NMU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP56 NMU have outstanding finance?

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