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KU06 KMF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

146,472 mi
Last recorded146,472 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 KMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 146,472 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 146,447 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 134,566 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 122,823 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 115,111 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 107,263 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

exhaust corroded

Fail 19 Jun 2020 107,262 miles

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

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

exhaust corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2019 100,313 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre wearing low close to wear bars

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

exhaust corroded

Pass 15 May 2018 94,797 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

exhaust corroded

Fail 4 May 2018 94,636 miles

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

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

engine cover & under tray fitted

exhaust corroded

Pass 20 May 2017 89,054 miles

both rear tyres wearing low close to wear bars

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 19 May 2017 89,054 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both rear tyres wearing low close to wear bars

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 20 May 2016 83,289 miles

engine covers, under trays & plastic sill covers fitted

offside rear tyre slightly low on tread

Fail 3 Jun 2015 78,488 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2015 78,488 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2014 74,804 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 6 Jun 2014 74,804 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine warning light on

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 31 May 2014 74,771 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

EML on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs lipped

both rear hub assemblies noisy/squeeky

Pass 25 May 2013 72,207 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 64,001 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 May 2011 55,456 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 48,422 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 39,929 miles

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

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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KU06 KMF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 KU06 KMF, 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 KU06 KMF?

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What year was KU06 KMF registered?

KU06 KMF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 April 2006.

Is KU06 KMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU06 KMF 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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