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CX06 GXU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,217 mi
Last recorded63,217 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX06 GXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 63,217 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 62,524 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2024 61,851 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 61,150 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 60,463 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 60,300 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2021 60,300 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 59,632 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 58,751 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 57,870 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Feb 2018 57,870 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 56,680 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 55,600 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 55,599 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 54,978 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 53,301 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 42,574 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 42,557 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 33,839 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 23,609 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 20,943 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 17,029 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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CX06 GXU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 CX06 GXU, 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 CX06 GXU registered?

CX06 GXU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is CX06 GXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX06 GXU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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