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KS06 VCX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

182,206 mi
Last recorded182,206 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS06 VCX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2017 182,206 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 175,403 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 160,533 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 149,639 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 23 Dec 2013 133,627 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

off side rear tyre wearing close to 3mm

Pass 23 Dec 2013 133,627 miles

off side rear tyre wearing close to 3mm

Pass 29 Dec 2012 101,957 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Dec 2012 101,954 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside front has cracks showing on the inner sidewall but not showing ply cords (advise replacement)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 81,452 miles

nearside front fog lamp insecure in front bumper

Fail 22 Dec 2011 81,341 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front brake pads appear to be wearing low,recommend wheels off for inspection

nearside front fog lamp insecure in front bumper

offside headlamp top mounting brocken,recommend attention

Pass 30 Dec 2010 63,245 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 63,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 45,636 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 45,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 VCX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 VCX, 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 VCX?

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What year was KS06 VCX registered?

KS06 VCX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 June 2006.

Is KS06 VCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS06 VCX shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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