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KU56 VFC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

133,057 mi
Last recorded133,057 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2023 133,057 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 133,057 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 123,376 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2021 123,376 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 115,645 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 103,219 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 99,406 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 95,551 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 92,463 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 89,705 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 85,413 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 82,494 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 79,418 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 76,038 miles

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

slight cut on nsf tyre outer wall

Pass 17 Sep 2009 69,582 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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 VFC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VFC, 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 VFC registered?

KU56 VFC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is KU56 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU56 VFC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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