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KR56 GXN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

66,955 mi
Last recorded66,955 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 GXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 66,955 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 59,929 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 59,816 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 54,465 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2024 54,465 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2022 44,709 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2021 39,661 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 34,948 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 9 Jul 2019 31,112 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 27,055 miles

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Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Jul 2017 24,254 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 23,596 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 22,845 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 21,772 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 20,579 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 19,666 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 18,220 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 17,167 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 15,566 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 GXN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GXN, 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 KR56 GXN registered?

KR56 GXN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is KR56 GXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 GXN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR56 GXN have outstanding finance?

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