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NX56 XNY

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

89,439 mi
Last recorded89,439 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX56 XNY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 89,439 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and back (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2026 89,431 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle and back (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 83,171 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 19 Sep 2024 77,312 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 16 Sep 2024 77,311 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 6 Sep 2023 69,210 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 6 Sep 2023 69,210 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 13 Sep 2022 65,073 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 12 Sep 2022 65,071 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 17 Sep 2021 60,312 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 19 Sep 2020 57,484 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 53,344 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 46,959 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 46,955 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 40,269 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 37,817 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 34,918 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 32,509 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 30,223 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Sep 2012 27,052 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 26,348 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 22,347 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 18,677 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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NX56 XNY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 NX56 XNY, 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 NX56 XNY?

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What year was NX56 XNY registered?

NX56 XNY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is NX56 XNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX56 XNY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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