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EK06 TFN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,113 mi
Last recorded82,113 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK06 TFN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 82,113 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 79,836 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 76,822 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 75,146 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 75,117 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Oct 2017 71,663 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 64,409 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 63,817 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 63,572 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

engine management light on.

Fail 12 Apr 2014 59,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear and nearside rear brake back up light not working

Pass 12 Apr 2014 59,789 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear and nearside rear brake back up light not working

Pass 20 Mar 2013 54,432 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 47,006 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 38,812 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 31,401 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 24,896 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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EK06 TFN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EK06 TFN, 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

How do I check the history of EK06 TFN?

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What year was EK06 TFN registered?

EK06 TFN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 April 2006.

Is EK06 TFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK06 TFN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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