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GL06 VER

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

56,404 mi
Last recorded56,404 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 VER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 56,404 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 53,582 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 50,595 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 49,421 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 48,637 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 45,711 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 42,974 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 40,296 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 39,725 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 38,630 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 38,012 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 37,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 May 2015 37,212 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2014 36,632 miles

The nearside and offside front brake pads are about 1/2 worn and the brake discs are slightly worn both are still serviceable

Pass 17 May 2013 35,597 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 33,345 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 29,855 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 24,045 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 18,448 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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GL06 VER is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GL06 VER, 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 GL06 VER registered?

GL06 VER is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is GL06 VER safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL06 VER shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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