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KY06 TVU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,992 mi
Last recorded98,992 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY06 TVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 98,992 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 81,037 miles

Centre Rear exhaust hangar broken

Fail 21 Jun 2016 80,944 miles

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

Centre Rear exhaust hangar broken

Pass 17 Jun 2015 61,326 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 48,295 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 44,763 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2013 44,713 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 40,400 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 40,400 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 34,084 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 27,341 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 19,546 miles

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

Offside Front 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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KY06 TVU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KY06 TVU, 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 KY06 TVU?

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What year was KY06 TVU registered?

KY06 TVU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 March 2006.

Is KY06 TVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY06 TVU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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