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KR56 GWP

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

162,146 mi
Last recorded162,146 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 GWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 162,146 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 162,146 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 153,509 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 147,731 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 139,360 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 124,934 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 118,976 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 118,976 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 105,688 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 105,299 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 98,127 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2014 96,772 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 96,772 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 78,197 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 78,190 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2012 61,808 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 47,023 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 41,156 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 30,990 miles

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

belly pan fitted

nearside front tyre slight wear on edges

outer sills covered

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 GWP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GWP, 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 GWP?

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What year was KR56 GWP registered?

KR56 GWP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is KR56 GWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 GWP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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