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OV56 KLJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

81,262 mi
Last recorded81,262 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 KLJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 81,262 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 76,945 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 76,945 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 75,259 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 74,909 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2017 69,157 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 64,138 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 60,574 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 57,733 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 48,645 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 43,555 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 35,118 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 25,535 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 25,432 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 KLJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 KLJ, 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 KLJ registered?

OV56 KLJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 October 2006.

Is OV56 KLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 KLJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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