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KS06 VDD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

89,430 mi
Last recorded89,430 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS06 VDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 89,430 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 87,878 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 85,026 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 82,590 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 76,665 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 70,885 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 69,228 miles

coil springs corroded

front and rear brake discs corroded

front brake pads wearing low

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 6 Aug 2019 68,051 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

coil springs starting to corrode

Fail 5 Aug 2019 68,049 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

coil springs starting to corrode

Pass 13 Aug 2018 63,085 miles

coil springs starting to corrode

front tyres wearing unevenly with cuts in tread

Pass 26 Jul 2017 57,657 miles

surface corrosion on rear discs

Pass 12 Aug 2016 56,968 miles

surface corrosion on rear discs

Pass 8 Jul 2015 55,084 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 52,640 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 52,640 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 50,037 miles

unable to see inner front brake pads clearly.

Fail 15 Jul 2013 50,033 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

unable to see inner front brake pads clearly.

Fail 12 Jul 2012 46,896 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs worn

Pass 12 Jul 2012 46,896 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 5 Jul 2011 40,440 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 32,127 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 20,064 miles

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

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

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 VDD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VDD, 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 KS06 VDD registered?

KS06 VDD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 July 2006.

Is KS06 VDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS06 VDD shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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