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SG56 MKL

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,270 mi
Last recorded152,270 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 MKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 152,270 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 87,180 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2020 87,179 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn doth rear d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 83,708 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 83,708 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases AT REAR BOX (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 80,154 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 80,150 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 73,814 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 65,291 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 56,387 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 48,580 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 39,469 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 29,206 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 23,187 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 19,054 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,895 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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SG56 MKL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SG56 MKL, 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.

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What year was SG56 MKL registered?

SG56 MKL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is SG56 MKL safe to buy?

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