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KY56 FVW

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

77,817 mi
Last recorded77,817 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY56 FVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 77,817 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 76,323 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2021 76,323 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2020 74,623 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 72,866 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 72,866 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 70,478 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2017 68,011 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 65,390 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 62,819 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jul 2014 59,275 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 52,078 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 46,402 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 39,886 miles

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

front & rear registration plates slightly discoloured

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 17 Aug 2010 32,420 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 32,420 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 25,913 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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KY56 FVW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 KY56 FVW, 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 KY56 FVW registered?

KY56 FVW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is KY56 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY56 FVW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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