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SB56 FKW

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,329 mi
Last recorded69,329 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 FKW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 69,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2025 60,275 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 47,424 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 46,547 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 46,547 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 43,593 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 43,591 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 40,813 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 40,813 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 40,192 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated when suspended slight (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated when suspended slight (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 7 Dec 2020 40,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight scoring (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated when suspended slight (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated when suspended slight (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Dec 2019 39,505 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Dec 2019 39,504 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2018 35,940 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 34,187 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 31,908 miles

slight gerabox oil leak

Fail 12 Dec 2016 31,907 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

slight gerabox oil leak

Pass 25 Nov 2015 29,862 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 27,610 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 23,703 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 4 Dec 2012 15,690 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 7,003 miles

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

Plastic undercovers fitted not allowing full inspection to be carried out

Pass 16 Nov 2010 5,150 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 3,192 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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SB56 FKW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SB56 FKW, 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 SB56 FKW registered?

SB56 FKW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is SB56 FKW safe to buy?

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