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GF06 XHD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,535 mi
Last recorded91,535 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 XHD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 91,535 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 90,636 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 90,095 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 89,244 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 86,529 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 84,255 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 80,776 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 80,776 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 80,448 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 78,188 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2019 78,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure mounting broken (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 66,332 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

front beake discs worn

front pads low

nearside mirror slightly iniscure

offside beam image poor

Pass 3 May 2017 55,616 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut, but does not expose cord or ply.

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

Fail 2 May 2017 55,577 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre cut, but does not expose cord or ply.

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 48,971 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 48,971 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 45,118 miles

unable to see brake pad condition

Pass 17 Apr 2014 41,856 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 37,724 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 34,350 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 31,898 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2010 27,511 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 21,663 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,663 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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GF06 XHD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GF06 XHD, 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 GF06 XHD registered?

GF06 XHD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 May 2006.

Is GF06 XHD safe to buy?

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