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KS06 FRN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,441 mi
Last recorded51,441 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS06 FRN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 51,441 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2025 50,245 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 49,071 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 49,071 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 47,838 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 46,822 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 45,572 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 45,569 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 44,531 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 43,140 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 41,250 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 38,463 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 34,902 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 32,414 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 29,816 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 26,303 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 23,667 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 22,080 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 19,905 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 17,998 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 17,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KS06 FRN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KS06 FRN, 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

How do I check the history of KS06 FRN?

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What year was KS06 FRN registered?

KS06 FRN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is KS06 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS06 FRN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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