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KX06 WLP

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,896 mi
Last recorded77,896 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX06 WLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 77,896 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 73,316 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 69,609 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 66,220 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 63,900 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 62,054 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 59,131 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 56,866 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 56,865 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres wearing on inner & outer edges

Pass 15 Feb 2018 54,445 miles

Front both tyres wearing on inner & outer edges

Pass 20 Feb 2017 51,757 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 49,028 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 46,541 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 42,942 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 36,124 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 29,802 miles

warning lamp indicates an ESP fault

Fail 22 Feb 2012 29,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

warning lamp indicates an ESP fault

Pass 23 Feb 2011 26,666 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 23,382 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 18,497 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)

Fail 3 Mar 2009 18,497 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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 WLP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 WLP, 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

How do I check the history of KX06 WLP?

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What year was KX06 WLP registered?

KX06 WLP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2006.

Is KX06 WLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX06 WLP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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