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GX06 XCJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,688 mi
Last recorded71,688 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 XCJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 26 May 2026 71,688 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 68,747 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 64,330 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 60,641 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 56,882 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 53,871 miles

Undertray

Pass 3 Jul 2020 52,119 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 49,105 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 46,138 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edges.

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

Nearside Rear tyre perishing.

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on edges.

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

Offside Rear tyre perishing.

Offside Rear tyre wearing on edges.

Pass 1 Jul 2017 42,584 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 39,216 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 36,613 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 33,518 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2014 30,495 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2013 26,911 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 23,200 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 20,219 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 17,083 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 13,397 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 XCJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XCJ, 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 XCJ registered?

GX06 XCJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is GX06 XCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX06 XCJ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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