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OV56 KJU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

236,600 mi
Last recorded236,600 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 KJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 236,600 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 218,256 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 195,346 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Sep 2013 175,046 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 175,046 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 155,999 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 136,592 miles

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 19 Oct 2010 121,280 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 105,914 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 105,914 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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OV56 KJU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV56 KJU, 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 OV56 KJU registered?

OV56 KJU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 October 2006.

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