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KU56 YUV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,147 mi
Last recorded136,147 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU56 YUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 136,147 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 135,797 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 111,169 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 96,593 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 85,479 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage n/s/r outer tyre side wall

Fail 21 Jul 2014 85,479 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

damage n/s/r outer tyre side wall

Pass 23 Jul 2013 78,167 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 61,146 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 61,146 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2011 44,978 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 44,978 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

engine light on

large oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 3 Jun 2010 28,073 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 24,965 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 24,965 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 YUV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YUV, 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 YUV registered?

KU56 YUV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is KU56 YUV safe to buy?

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