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KP56 YNL

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,430 mi
Last recorded88,430 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP56 YNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 88,430 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged temp repair (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose temp repair (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

body damage

Pass 25 Sep 2025 85,420 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 83,437 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Sep 2024 83,437 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet inop (3.5 (a))

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2023 81,337 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 78,267 miles

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2021 69,066 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted restricting view

Pass 24 Sep 2020 68,190 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2019 65,954 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 63,334 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 63,334 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 60,732 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 57,044 miles

both front tyres low on edges

tracking

Pass 14 Oct 2015 52,685 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 48,954 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 43,196 miles

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

front discs and pads low/require checking

Pass 19 Oct 2012 38,548 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 33,423 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 27,980 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 21,493 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 YNL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YNL, 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 KP56 YNL registered?

KP56 YNL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is KP56 YNL safe to buy?

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