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KR56 CHG

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,389 mi
Last recorded103,389 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 CHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 103,389 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 103,348 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 95,529 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 94,588 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 25 Mar 2022 93,286 miles

Engine cover and under-tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 15 Mar 2021 91,884 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 89,544 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 87,280 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 82,422 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 82,422 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 76,515 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 75,507 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel cracked inner rim marked in yellow (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 74,106 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 74,099 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 72,046 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 67,132 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 62,474 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 58,244 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 47,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Dec 2009 36,835 miles

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

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

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 CHG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CHG, 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 CHG?

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What year was KR56 CHG registered?

KR56 CHG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 2006.

Is KR56 CHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 CHG shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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