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KM06 ZSU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

177,145 mi
Last recorded177,145 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM06 ZSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 177,145 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened several rear components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2026 177,145 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened several rear components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 172,609 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 172,609 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also worn excessively on the inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 168,263 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front & rear (1.1.11 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened several (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 164,938 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 164,938 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 159,663 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 159,533 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 153,250 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated/ corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2020 146,910 miles

undertrays fitted

Fail 4 Aug 2020 146,910 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Jul 2019 139,180 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2018 127,247 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 116,772 miles

f tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Jul 2016 109,705 miles

rear tyres wearing

Pass 6 Aug 2015 103,369 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 92,008 miles

f discs corroding

n/s/f lower ball joint slight play

n/s/f tyre wall damaged

Pass 15 May 2013 86,914 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 79,667 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 69,910 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)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 58,283 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 55,261 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 54,962 miles

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

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

nearside rear seat belt not tested (child seat fitted)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 54,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

nearside rear seat belt not tested (child seat fitted)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 20,557 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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KM06 ZSU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KM06 ZSU, 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 KM06 ZSU registered?

KM06 ZSU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 May 2006.

Is KM06 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM06 ZSU shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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