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ST56 CWW

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

93,293 mi
Last recorded93,293 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 93,293 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 93,293 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 91,606 miles

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 88,962 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2024 88,962 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 86,012 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 82,590 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 79,040 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s/f lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump nut (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear surface corrosion underneath car

Fail 26 Jan 2021 79,035 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both n/s/f lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine sump nut (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear surface corrosion underneath car

Pass 23 Dec 2019 75,294 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 73,180 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 69,900 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 67,081 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from brake flex hose to master cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from brake flex hose to master cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 62,781 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 57,147 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2014 51,629 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 46,226 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 41,553 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 34,738 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 26,735 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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ST56 CWW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CWW, 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 ST56 CWW registered?

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

Is ST56 CWW safe to buy?

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