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SM56 DXA

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

198,412 mi
Last recorded198,412 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 DXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 198,412 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2018 198,412 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 187,423 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 175,859 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 162,602 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 149,348 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 134,231 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 64,923 miles

All tyres cuts in outer wall

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front tyre BALD outer edge

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside front tyre BALD inner edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 99,818 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 83,090 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 65,391 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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SM56 DXA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SM56 DXA, 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 SM56 DXA registered?

SM56 DXA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is SM56 DXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 DXA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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