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FP06 XLE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

117,497 mi
Last recorded117,497 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP06 XLE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 117,497 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 117,495 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner + outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 69,366 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 69,354 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 67,671 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut on sidewall not showing cords

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

Fail 2 Oct 2023 67,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre has a cut on sidewall not showing cords

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 67,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 58,333 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 52,387 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 51,144 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 48,498 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 45,807 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 43,496 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 40,870 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 37,797 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 34,595 miles

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 3 May 2013 32,742 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 30,310 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 26,217 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 23,711 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 18,438 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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FP06 XLE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel 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 FP06 XLE, 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.

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What year was FP06 XLE registered?

FP06 XLE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 May 2006.

Is FP06 XLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP06 XLE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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