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KU06 UPZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,716 mi
Last recorded67,716 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 67,716 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2025 67,963 miles

Nearside Front mirror loose but unlikely to become detached

Pass 29 Aug 2024 67,633 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 67,537 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2022 64,023 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Aug 2022 64,023 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working Bulb replaced during test (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2021 60,809 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 60,153 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 59,126 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 58,237 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 58,237 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 57,555 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 57,555 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 55,981 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 54,203 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 51,559 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 51,559 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 46,805 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre outer wall slightly damaged

outer sill trim covers fitted

Pass 19 May 2012 42,611 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 May 2011 37,870 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 35,687 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 34,662 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 UPZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 UPZ, 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 UPZ registered?

KU06 UPZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is KU06 UPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU06 UPZ 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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