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ST56 CWV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

175,807 mi
Last recorded175,807 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 CWV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 175,807 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 165,619 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 163,437 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 162,821 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 161,704 miles

wipers deteriating

Pass 19 Sep 2018 159,483 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 156,533 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 153,091 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 150,194 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Oct 2015 150,190 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 147,525 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 140,751 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 122,858 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 96,291 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 66,063 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 66,063 miles

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 27,132 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 25,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 25,501 miles

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

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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ST56 CWV 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 84.2%.

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 ST56 CWV, 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 ST56 CWV?

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What year was ST56 CWV registered?

ST56 CWV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is ST56 CWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 CWV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ST56 CWV have outstanding finance?

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