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GX06 OUF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

54,957 mi
Last recorded54,957 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 OUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 54,957 miles

Front exhuast mounting broken

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

Fail 7 Jan 2026 54,930 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front exhuast mounting broken

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 53,988 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH HEADLAMPS (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

TEST CARRIED OUT UNDER WET CONDITIONS

Pass 8 Jan 2024 53,124 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH FRONT (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Jan 2024 53,124 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH FRONT (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 52,373 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2022 51,861 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES VERY BADLY WORN ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 51,386 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2021 51,386 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 50,368 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Jul 2018 49,447 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 49,442 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 47,987 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 46,956 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 46,951 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 46,002 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 44,989 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 42,094 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 37,640 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 33,844 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 29,529 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 23,982 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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GX06 OUF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GX06 OUF, 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 GX06 OUF registered?

GX06 OUF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is GX06 OUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX06 OUF shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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