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KU06 WVF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,700 mi
Last recorded111,700 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU06 WVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 111,700 miles

Front BOTH shock absorbers weeping from glands

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2019 111,499 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure glass (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

n/s door mirror glass damaged and insecure

outer wall of both front tyres damaged, not showing cords at time of test

Pass 26 May 2017 87,479 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush slight oil leak (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush slight oil leak (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 May 2017 87,479 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush slight oil leak (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm inner bush slight oil leak (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 83,876 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 73,685 miles

front wheel bearings have sight play

rear brake pads are just starting to get low

Fail 11 Mar 2014 68,636 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 68,636 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 61,964 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

engine warning lamp on

nearside front fog lamp cracked

rear registration plate lamp slightly deteriorated

Pass 31 Mar 2012 54,215 miles

nearside front tyre 1.6mm tread bald on outer edges

nearside rear tyre outer side wall cut

offside front tyre bald on outer edges

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread

Fail 17 Mar 2012 54,158 miles

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

nearside front tyre 1.6mm tread bald on outer edges

offside front tyre bald on outer edges

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread

Pass 21 Mar 2011 48,357 miles

both front tyres wearing bald on outer edges

nearside rear tyre has 2mm tread and tread perishing

Pass 30 Jan 2010 44,757 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 40,641 miles

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

Rear 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 WVF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WVF, 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 WVF registered?

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

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