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BN06 OAE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,902 mi
Last recorded44,902 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN06 OAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 44,902 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2025 40,825 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 40,360 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 40,360 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 39,408 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 38,443 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 37,421 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Jan 2021 35,863 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 32,729 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective SMEARING (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 30,558 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

undertray fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2019 30,558 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

undertray fitted

Pass 15 Jan 2018 29,604 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 28,291 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/front tyre near wear bars.

Pass 17 Dec 2015 26,848 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 25,531 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 24,449 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 23,107 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 21,600 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 21,600 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 19,443 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 17,605 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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BN06 OAE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN06 OAE, 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 BN06 OAE registered?

BN06 OAE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 June 2006.

Is BN06 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN06 OAE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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