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EY06 UML

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

81,367 mi
Last recorded81,367 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY06 UML
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 81,367 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 75,625 miles

rear suspension components corroded (not considered excessive)

Fail 27 Mar 2023 75,625 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

rear suspension components corroded (not considered excessive)

Pass 5 Mar 2022 74,480 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 74,480 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 68,655 miles

exhaust bracket near gearbox corroded and part broken

Pass 20 Feb 2020 60,815 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 52,407 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 43,113 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc appears distorted/grabbing

Offside Front service brake slightly lazy in operation but still meets statutory requirement

Pass 9 Mar 2017 36,666 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 35,050 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 32,776 miles

Both front tyres have surface cracks in tread

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 32,776 miles

Both front tyres have surface cracks in tread

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)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 29,161 miles

both front tyres showing age related cracking

Pass 28 Mar 2013 26,704 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 24,023 miles

Both front tyres have surface cracks on tread surface

Offside front tyre has cracks on inner wall

Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,756 miles

all items not fully checked due to manufactures covers fitted

cracks in tread patern of offside front tyre

Pass 26 Apr 2010 16,688 miles

front number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 May 2009 12,494 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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EY06 UML is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EY06 UML, 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 EY06 UML?

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What year was EY06 UML registered?

EY06 UML is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is EY06 UML safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY06 UML shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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