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KU56 BJF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,179 mi
Last recorded127,179 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 BJF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 127,179 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective support bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2024 127,176 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Tailpipe cover fitted,unable to insert probe. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Central Exhaust mounting defective support bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 120,772 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 110,254 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2021 110,254 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 101,528 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Aug 2019 94,879 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Aug 2018 87,462 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 80,262 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 72,279 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 66,139 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 61,963 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 53,986 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 49,648 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 49,647 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 45,731 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 39,772 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 30,967 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 BJF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BJF, 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 KU56 BJF registered?

KU56 BJF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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The MOT history for KU56 BJF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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