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J9 NHW

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,896 mi
Last recorded72,896 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 NHW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 72,896 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 65,065 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 60,514 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2023 55,905 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Aug 2023 55,813 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2022 51,237 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 45,976 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 40,136 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 34,758 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 34,038 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 33,712 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 33,391 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 32,452 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 31,657 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 28,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 10 May 2013

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S/F Tyre Wearing On outer Edge.

O/S/F Tyre Wearing On Both Inner & Outer Edges.

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

Pass 10 May 2012 25,246 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 May 2011 22,218 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 May 2011 22,218 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 17,514 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 12,263 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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J9 NHW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J9 NHW, 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 J9 NHW registered?

J9 NHW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is J9 NHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J9 NHW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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