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RE56 EWD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,463 mi
Last recorded51,463 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 EWD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 51,463 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 49,084 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 46,567 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 46,155 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 45,064 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2021 42,681 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 42,401 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 42,401 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 May 2019 39,967 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 37,518 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 34,562 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 31,680 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 28,983 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 28,290 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2013 27,107 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2012 26,578 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 25,762 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 25,196 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 19,168 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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RE56 EWD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 RE56 EWD, 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 RE56 EWD?

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What year was RE56 EWD registered?

RE56 EWD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 October 2006.

Is RE56 EWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE56 EWD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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