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DU06 DHX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,028 mi
Last recorded118,028 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU06 DHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 118,028 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 116,149 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 113,925 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 111,620 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 May 2022 107,129 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

undertray obscuring testable items

Pass 18 May 2021 101,745 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and offside (To brake hoses) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 28 May 2020 98,498 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 28 May 2020 98,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 16 May 2019 93,600 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 May 2018 89,166 miles

Front both wearing on outer edges

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2017 83,846 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 72,025 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 71,372 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 67,379 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 63,634 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 59,772 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 48,867 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 48,867 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 35,891 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 26,028 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 26,028 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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DU06 DHX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 DU06 DHX, 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 DU06 DHX registered?

DU06 DHX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 April 2006.

Is DU06 DHX safe to buy?

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