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KR56 RRU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,894 mi
Last recorded21,894 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR56 RRU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 21,894 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 21,727 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 21,582 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 21,408 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 21,252 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 21,124 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 20,803 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 20,802 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Oct 2018 20,129 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 19,502 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 18,873 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2015 18,036 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear and offside front tyres perished

Pass 4 Nov 2014 17,153 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front , and both rear tyres perished

Pass 19 Nov 2013 15,996 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 15,103 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 15,102 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 13,892 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 12,506 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 10,276 miles

Offside Rear 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 RRU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 RRU, 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 RRU registered?

KR56 RRU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 2006.

Is KR56 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR56 RRU 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 RRU have outstanding finance?

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