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KU56 OEN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

180,646 mi
Last recorded180,646 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 180,646 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

Nearside wiper split on end

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 24 Oct 2017 180,646 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

Nearside wiper split on end

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 May 2016 142,299 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2015 101,722 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre scrubbed on inner edge

tread cracking on offside rear tyre

Pass 17 May 2014 70,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine check lamp on

Pass 11 May 2013 64,663 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 11 May 2013 64,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2012 57,293 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 57,293 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 May 2011 49,962 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 42,137 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 34,814 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 OEN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OEN, 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 OEN registered?

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

Is KU56 OEN safe to buy?

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