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KJ06 BXU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,815 mi
Last recorded97,815 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ06 BXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 97,815 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2025 96,442 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2024 92,882 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 90,076 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 22 Mar 2022 86,358 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 82,715 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2020 79,640 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2019 76,081 miles

Under trays fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 73,704 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2017 72,397 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2016 66,880 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted

Fail 29 Feb 2016 66,761 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Mar 2015 61,454 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 56,281 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 51,626 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 46,805 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 46,805 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 44,867 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 44,867 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 19 Mar 2010 42,688 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 42,688 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 38,437 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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KJ06 BXU 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 KJ06 BXU, 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 KJ06 BXU registered?

KJ06 BXU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is KJ06 BXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ06 BXU 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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