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J1 WYB

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

44,727 mi
Last recorded44,727 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 WYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 44,727 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 44,030 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 42,813 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 41,924 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Feb 2023 41,924 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 39,899 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 37,978 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 35,947 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 33,552 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 31,284 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 28,375 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 25,487 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 23,124 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 21,022 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 19,708 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 18,565 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 16,944 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 14,068 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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J1 WYB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 J1 WYB, 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 J1 WYB registered?

J1 WYB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is J1 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 WYB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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