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KU06 KOJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,488 mi
Last recorded114,488 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 KOJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 114,488 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner sill surface slight corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner sill surface slight corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2026 114,488 miles

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))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner sill surface slight corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner sill surface slight corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 111,960 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 110,236 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts cracking 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts low (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 110,236 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts cracking 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 106,508 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2023 106,508 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 103,569 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 100,419 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 100,419 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 98,074 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 96,409 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 95,016 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 92,876 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 90,893 miles

engine under tray fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2015 88,729 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 87,486 miles

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

both front tyres cracking in tread

Pass 9 Mar 2013 73,261 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 82,404 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 79,297 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 76,662 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 73,766 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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KU06 KOJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 KU06 KOJ, 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 KU06 KOJ registered?

KU06 KOJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is KU06 KOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU06 KOJ 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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