MOT Status
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136,382 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
UNDERSEALED IN PLACES
Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside in suspension component mounting areas corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to silencer (6.1.2 (a))
all rear suspension arms heavily corroded, both side of vehicle
exhaust system in generally poor condition
Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both side (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to silencer (6.1.2 (a))
all rear suspension arms heavily corroded, both side of vehicle
exhaust system in generally poor condition
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides at brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides at brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
Offside Rear tyre has been damaged on side walls due to being driven while badly underinflated
front exhaust bracket broken/incomlete
both centre exhaust brackets snapped
Nearside Side repeater obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (3.7.B.5b)
engine covers/undertrays fitted
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
both front brake discs slightly worn
Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
both front brake discs slightly worn
parking brake pedal does not fully release when deactivated
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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SM56 XPK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 XPK, 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 SM56 XPK registered?
SM56 XPK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2006.
Is SM56 XPK safe to buy?
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