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KU06 UPG

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

46,160 mi
Last recorded46,160 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 UPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 46,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 44,822 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 65,362 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 41,841 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2022 41,841 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2021 39,701 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 38,410 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 36,024 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 32,760 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 30,481 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 30,481 miles

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

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

nail in n/s/f tyre

wipers smearing

Pass 31 May 2016 29,195 miles

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

o/s/f tyre perished, no cords exposed.

Pass 26 May 2015 27,816 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2014 24,111 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 21,345 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 21,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 17,516 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 17,516 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 14,340 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2010 11,561 miles

Nearside front and offside front tyres outer treads cracked slightly

Pass 12 Mar 2009 8,420 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 UPG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 UPG, 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 UPG?

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What year was KU06 UPG registered?

KU06 UPG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 March 2006.

Is KU06 UPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU06 UPG shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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