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KD06 VBM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,042 mi
Last recorded101,042 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD06 VBM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2023 101,042 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2022 100,725 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 95,439 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 90,238 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 77,320 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers fitted

Fail 5 Nov 2019 77,320 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

covers fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2017 76,367 miles

Nearside Front TYRE SIDE WALL DETERIORATED/ DRIVEN FLAT ?

Pass 23 Jun 2016 75,019 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 73,127 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on outer and inner edge

Pass 21 Jul 2014 71,398 miles

n/s rear brake reading low

Fail 15 Jul 2014 70,329 miles

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

n/s rear brake reading low

Pass 5 Jun 2013 68,630 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 68,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 64,776 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 56,187 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 51,815 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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KD06 VBM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KD06 VBM, 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 KD06 VBM registered?

KD06 VBM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 May 2006.

Is KD06 VBM safe to buy?

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