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FY06 UXN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

277,518 mi
Last recorded277,518 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 UXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 277,518 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 159,113 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front under tray fitting

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 159,113 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front under tray fitting

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 157,234 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2019 157,234 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 144,823 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 137,871 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 132,039 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 117,209 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 105,072 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 105,070 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 97,211 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2012 90,927 miles

Nearside wiper worn.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside wiper worn.

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 81,456 miles

Underbody pipe covers fitted.

Pass 26 Mar 2010 68,105 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 45,331 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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FY06 UXN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FY06 UXN, 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 FY06 UXN registered?

FY06 UXN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 April 2006.

Is FY06 UXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY06 UXN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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