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KB06 EES

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

125,104 mi
Last recorded125,104 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB06 EES
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 125,104 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 125,104 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Oct 2016 102,513 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

brake anti slip pedal slight worn on edge

Fail 31 Oct 2016 102,513 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed walls (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

brake anti slip pedal slight worn on edge

Pass 31 Oct 2015 93,247 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 81,908 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Oct 2014 81,908 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2013 65,466 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 60,209 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Sep 2011 51,012 miles

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)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 49,517 miles

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)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 38,815 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 28,038 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 27,583 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 27,583 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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KB06 EES is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KB06 EES, 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.

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What year was KB06 EES registered?

KB06 EES is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 July 2006.

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