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KR56 CFA

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

49,222 mi
Last recorded49,222 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 CFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 49,222 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 48,137 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2024 46,773 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 46,773 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2023 45,362 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 45,362 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 43,514 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 34,951 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 26,366 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both & worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 old & very cracked 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 26,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both & worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 old & very cracked 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 25,249 miles

all 4 tyres old & perished 205/55/16

engine oil slightly low

Pass 17 Jan 2018 24,103 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 22,816 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 20,546 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 18,640 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 17,830 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 17,067 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2012 16,264 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 15,065 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 12,845 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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KR56 CFA 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 85%.

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 KR56 CFA, 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 KR56 CFA?

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What year was KR56 CFA registered?

KR56 CFA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is KR56 CFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 CFA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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