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KS06 XXD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

69,538 mi
Last recorded69,538 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 69,538 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe corroded

Fail 27 Nov 2023 69,524 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working in mirrow (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

off side front wing damaged off side rear panel damaged

Pass 1 Nov 2022 58,371 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear @ flexis corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Damage to O/S/F bumper and wing

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

O/S/F headlight damaged

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front lower rear arms inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2021 57,755 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 57,137 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 56,093 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside repeater lamp faulty

Fail 22 Oct 2019 56,093 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside repeater lamp faulty

Pass 20 Nov 2018 53,983 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 51,577 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 48,922 miles

both front tyres worn on eges

nearside front tyre split on inner sidewall

Pass 26 Oct 2015 45,019 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Nov 2014 41,449 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 37,484 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 33,440 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 28,186 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 23,347 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 23,347 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 17,539 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2009 17,530 miles

registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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 XXD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XXD, 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 XXD?

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What year was KS06 XXD registered?

KS06 XXD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 June 2006.

Is KS06 XXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS06 XXD shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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