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KV56 UEX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,406 mi
Last recorded112,406 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV56 UEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 112,406 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 112,396 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 100,496 miles

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

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 19 Oct 2017 100,496 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 25 Oct 2016 95,610 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 24 Oct 2016 95,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2015 91,148 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 81,432 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 81,432 miles

Offside Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 66,570 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 49,230 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 37,912 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 34,214 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 28,862 miles

Offside Front 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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KV56 UEX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc 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 KV56 UEX, 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

How do I check the history of KV56 UEX?

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What year was KV56 UEX registered?

KV56 UEX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 October 2006.

Is KV56 UEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV56 UEX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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