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KX06 GSC

2006 Mercedes-benz 280

Blue Diesel 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,116 mi
Last recorded122,116 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 28088,282 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX06 GSC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model280
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 122,116 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 115,390 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 109,709 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 101,525 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Aug 2013 101,522 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Sep 2012 94,484 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 88,904 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 81,279 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 71,732 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 71,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 280?

Based on 54,248 MOT tests across 5,905 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
741
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
5,905
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,691
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,358
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,312
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,266
Headlamp aim too low 1,161
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KX06 GSC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 280 in Blue with a 2,799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 280 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 88,282 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 280 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 2,691 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX06 GSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 280 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 280 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX06 GSC registered?

KX06 GSC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 280, first registered on 18 July 2006.

Is KX06 GSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX06 GSC shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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