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KU56 OBN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

152,360 mi
Last recorded152,360 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 OBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2023 152,360 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 145,590 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 140,568 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 133,925 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Nov 2020 133,925 miles

Front Indicator switch inoperative Both Sides (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high Bulb Not Fitted Correcty (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 128,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 118,246 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 111,133 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 103,456 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 96,079 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 88,450 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 81,701 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 74,139 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 66,445 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 59,558 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 52,025 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Oct 2009 52,023 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres have damage to outer sidewall

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 OBN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OBN, 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 OBN registered?

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

Is KU56 OBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 OBN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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