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KU56 BBF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

110,414 mi
Last recorded110,414 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 BBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 110,414 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 109,026 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 107,586 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 104,214 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 102,452 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 99,662 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 99,662 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2019 97,193 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 92,988 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 89,123 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 89,123 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 83,529 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 77,630 miles

Centre Rear exhaust braket broken

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 70,784 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 63,699 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front wipers poor

Pass 29 Aug 2012 58,446 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Aug 2012 58,446 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 50,711 miles

unable to fully inspect nearside rear seatbelt as child seat fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2010 42,166 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Aug 2009 31,169 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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KU56 BBF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KU56 BBF, 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 KU56 BBF?

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What year was KU56 BBF registered?

KU56 BBF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is KU56 BBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 BBF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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