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KU56 OBT

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,723 mi
Last recorded108,723 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 OBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2023 108,723 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 103,005 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2021 98,279 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 95,886 miles

rear tyres low on tread

Pass 15 Feb 2019 91,404 miles

rear tyres low on tread

Pass 23 Feb 2018 86,965 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 811,145 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

front inner brake pads very low

rear exhaust mount in a corroded condition

Pass 22 Feb 2016 68,229 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 68,226 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 27 Feb 2015 63,355 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 63,355 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 57,085 miles

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre 0 mm outer edge + starting to crack on side walls

Fail 25 Feb 2014 57,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre 0 mm outer edge + starting to crack on side walls

Pass 7 Feb 2013 49,652 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 43,339 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2011 34,864 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 26,162 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 16,181 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 OBT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 OBT, 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 OBT registered?

KU56 OBT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is KU56 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 OBT 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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