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KS56 BFY

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

143,290 mi
Last recorded143,290 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS56 BFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 143,290 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 137,378 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 132,267 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 126,236 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 121,173 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 109,871 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 95,993 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 95,810 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 88,722 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 83,235 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 77,438 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 77,438 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 67,012 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 56,541 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 47,827 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 47,801 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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KS56 BFY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KS56 BFY, 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 KS56 BFY?

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What year was KS56 BFY registered?

KS56 BFY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is KS56 BFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS56 BFY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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