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KV06 VVX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

80,437 mi
Last recorded80,437 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV06 VVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 80,437 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 72,387 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 72,387 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 59,277 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 28 Mar 2024 59,277 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 48,982 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main centre (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main centre (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 45,851 miles

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))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 43,116 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 41,454 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays and sill covers fitted.

Fail 25 Mar 2020 41,454 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under trays and sill covers fitted.

Pass 7 Mar 2019 39,842 miles

Engine cover, Under trays and Sill covers fitted.

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Slightly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 37,789 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 35,163 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 33,270 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 31,198 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 28,236 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 25,575 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 23,342 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 23,342 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 20,479 miles

both front tyre's getting low on edge's

Pass 10 Mar 2010 17,199 miles

rear tyres soon

Pass 23 Mar 2009 14,316 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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KV06 VVX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel 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 KV06 VVX, 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 KV06 VVX registered?

KV06 VVX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is KV06 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV06 VVX 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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