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HK06 ZBE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,242 mi
Last recorded87,242 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK06 ZBE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 87,242 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2026 87,240 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2025 83,192 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 74,427 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 74,275 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Lower under covers fitted

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 66,795 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 63,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (wearing on inner edge). (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 59,554 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 56,597 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 53,382 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 53,382 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 50,605 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Jul 2018 50,605 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jul 2017 47,660 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm now (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 41,976 miles

Offside Front tyre outer edge wearing thin

Pass 10 Jul 2015 37,503 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 33,582 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 29,791 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 25,881 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 21,422 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 17,287 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 10 Jul 2009 13,143 miles

rear number plate starting to fade

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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HK06 ZBE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HK06 ZBE, 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 HK06 ZBE registered?

HK06 ZBE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 July 2006.

Is HK06 ZBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK06 ZBE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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