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BJ06 VOA

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,575 mi
Last recorded121,575 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ06 VOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 121,575 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 100,537 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 78,735 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 73,789 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 72,251 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 69,270 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Feb 2021 69,270 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides clamps are missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2021 69,260 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both Side (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both Side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 67,683 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 66,970 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 13 Feb 2019 66,968 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 19 Feb 2018 65,917 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 15 Feb 2017 64,639 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2016 63,996 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

rear number plate beginning to deteriorate

Pass 17 Feb 2015 63,378 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 61,918 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 19 Feb 2014 61,918 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 15 Feb 2013 66,966 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 66,966 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 58,329 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 56,120 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 Feb 2011 56,120 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 52,600 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 38,971 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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BJ06 VOA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ06 VOA, 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 BJ06 VOA registered?

BJ06 VOA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 May 2006.

Is BJ06 VOA safe to buy?

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