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KV06 ZVU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

95,154 mi
Last recorded95,154 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV06 ZVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2020 95,154 miles

Nearside Rear Lower bumper damaged

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2020 95,154 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Direction indicator not working mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower bumper damaged

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

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 88,994 miles

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

under-chassis , Suspension & Brake components corroded.

used parts fitted(coil springs and suspension arms)

Fail 29 Dec 2018 88,994 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

under-chassis , Suspension & Brake components corroded.

Pass 20 Dec 2017 77,135 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2016 70,957 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2016 70,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 60,260 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 60,219 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2015 52,610 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 47,516 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

all brake discs outer faces slightly pitted/surface corrosion

nearside parking brake low effort

Fail 28 Dec 2011 47,063 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 47,063 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 44,862 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 43,190 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 38,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Pass 18 May 2009 38,875 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 ZVU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KV06 ZVU, 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 ZVU registered?

KV06 ZVU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is KV06 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV06 ZVU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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