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KU56 OFE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,557 mi
Last recorded137,557 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 137,557 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner road wheel has had a welding repair

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded slightly at end by hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded at end by hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 124,565 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Apr 2025 124,218 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 116,403 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 109,341 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 108,374 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 105,121 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 105,121 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 102,345 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2019 100,787 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 97,156 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 93,481 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 89,533 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced pattern and kick group (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 85,175 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 79,637 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 7 Sep 2013 75,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 71,280 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2011 65,847 miles

front brake pads look low

under trays fitted /covers over door sills

wear on front brake discs

Pass 14 Sep 2010 61,240 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing low 3mm tread depth.

plastic covers fitted on underside not allowing full inspection.

Fail 14 Sep 2010 61,224 miles

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

offside and nearside rear tyres wearing low 3mm tread depth.

plastic covers fitted on underside not allowing full inspection.

Pass 21 Sep 2009 56,032 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 OFE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OFE, 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 OFE registered?

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

Is KU56 OFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 OFE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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