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KR06 EKZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

104,094 mi
Last recorded104,094 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR06 EKZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 104,094 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 97,145 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 89,735 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 81,276 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 81,179 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 73,639 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 69,156 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 66,481 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 64,708 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 64,703 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 62,024 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 55,802 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 48,104 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Mar 2016 48,104 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2015 41,368 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 41,368 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 34,708 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 29,214 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 29,214 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 24,110 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2011 22,569 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 20,614 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 18,473 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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KR06 EKZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 KR06 EKZ, 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 KR06 EKZ registered?

KR06 EKZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 June 2006.

Is KR06 EKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR06 EKZ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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