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ML56 BEU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,214 mi
Last recorded94,214 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 BEU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 94,214 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 92,735 miles

Front top suspension mounts creaking on lock to lock operation

general corrosion across all front components

general corrosion across all rear components

Pass 5 Mar 2024 90,919 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 89,317 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 87,111 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2022 87,109 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 84,608 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 83,688 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 79,793 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 77,758 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 77,758 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 73,841 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 69,882 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 66,034 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Mar 2015 66,034 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 60,905 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 55,978 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 52,675 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 46,514 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 43,762 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 41,022 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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ML56 BEU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ML56 BEU, 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 ML56 BEU?

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What year was ML56 BEU registered?

ML56 BEU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is ML56 BEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML56 BEU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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