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KX06 GSM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

141,600 mi
Last recorded141,600 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX06 GSM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 141,600 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2026 141,267 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 131,496 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2025 131,494 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure Front and middle brackets broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 121,568 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective Broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective Broken (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2023 111,418 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 100,002 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 94,140 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 94,131 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 89,343 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 84,373 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 76,054 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 73,722 miles

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

Offside Front tyre perished

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 69,127 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 64,008 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 59,346 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 54,920 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 54,890 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 51,031 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 43,910 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 34,530 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 27,583 miles

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

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

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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KX06 GSM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 KX06 GSM, 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 KX06 GSM registered?

KX06 GSM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is KX06 GSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX06 GSM 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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