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KS06 VCO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

126,832 mi
Last recorded126,832 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS06 VCO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2024 126,832 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Oct 2023 62,679 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 60,913 miles

Auxiliary belt damaged.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror broken/insecure.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Under 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 3 Nov 2022 60,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Auxiliary belt damaged.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Inner sidewall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror broken/insecure.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall damaged. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Under 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Oct 2021 57,906 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 55,901 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2019 87,872 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2019 87,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 53,550 miles

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

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

Fail 8 May 2018 53,550 miles

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2017 52,533 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2016 48,500 miles

Rear brake pads low

Fail 12 May 2016 48,500 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake pads low

Pass 21 May 2015 47,198 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 43,102 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2013 62,189 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 62,189 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 34,168 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 34,168 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2011 29,461 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 24,874 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 24,874 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 19,307 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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KS06 VCO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VCO, 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 VCO?

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What year was KS06 VCO registered?

KS06 VCO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 June 2006.

Is KS06 VCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS06 VCO shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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