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KU56 OBM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

58,795 mi
Last recorded58,795 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 58,795 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 57,138 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 54,882 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 54,851 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 52,705 miles

srs light flashing

Pass 28 Dec 2021 50,936 miles

Front registration plate cracked

Nearside Rear lamp cracked

Pass 9 Dec 2020 48,809 miles

r/o/s tyre low on tread

Pass 20 Dec 2019 46,603 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 44,266 miles

slight wear noted on the front brake discs

Pass 23 Nov 2017 42,292 miles

front brake discs noted worn

Pass 24 Nov 2016 40,099 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 37,725 miles

front brake discs noted worn

Pass 15 Dec 2014 35,661 miles

exhaust noted rusty in places

front brake discs noted slightly worn

Pass 27 Dec 2013 33,151 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 31,138 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 29 Dec 2011 28,519 miles

nsr lamp cracked

Pass 26 Aug 2010 24,574 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 21,786 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 OBM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OBM, 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 OBM registered?

KU56 OBM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is KU56 OBM safe to buy?

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