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DY06 YCS

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,794 mi
Last recorded75,794 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 YCS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 75,794 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 72,969 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 66,209 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

covers fitted

Front tyres are on 3mm

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 57,990 miles

engine cover fitted

offside rear tyre on 3mm

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2016 53,024 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers fitted

exhaust bracket is slightly corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2015 48,161 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 42,990 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

sill covers fitted

Fail 3 Feb 2014 42,990 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2013 37,886 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2012 32,905 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2011 27,419 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 23,407 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 19,057 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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DY06 YCS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DY06 YCS, 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 DY06 YCS registered?

DY06 YCS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is DY06 YCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 YCS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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