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KU56 VEH

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

89,786 mi
Last recorded89,786 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 89,786 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 80,546 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 80,546 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 70,254 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 68,585 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres slightly cracking on the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 66,253 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 62,361 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 56,957 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 53,990 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 52,853 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 51,491 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 50,454 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 49,550 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 47,956 miles

Nearside rear brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 4 Aug 2012 46,644 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 44,827 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 41,782 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 36,676 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 31,189 miles

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

N\S\R tyre several cuts in sidewall and tread low

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 VEH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 VEH, 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 VEH registered?

KU56 VEH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2006.

Is KU56 VEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 VEH shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU56 VEH have outstanding finance?

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