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KY56 VPJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,510 mi
Last recorded97,510 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY56 VPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 97,510 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 94,026 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 90,881 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 88,097 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 83,862 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 78,762 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 73,561 miles

Nearside Front wheel has slight play

Offside Front wheel has slight play

Fail 10 Oct 2016 73,561 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel has slight play

Offside Front wheel has slight play

Pass 14 Oct 2015 67,668 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn on edges

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 60,453 miles

n/s/f fog light bulb inop

Pass 12 Nov 2013 53,336 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Nov 2013 53,315 miles

Nearside Front 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 obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Nov 2012 46,492 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 40,176 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 39,527 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 32,617 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 22,972 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 VPJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VPJ, 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 VPJ registered?

KY56 VPJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2006.

Is KY56 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY56 VPJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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