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LR06 OGE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

182,721 mi
Last recorded182,721 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR06 OGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 182,721 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S/R & O/S/R - N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/R & O/S/R - N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 159,385 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 145,270 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 145,265 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 133,791 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens damaged.. (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drivers inner door pull, handle missing..

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under trays and engine covers fitted ,preventing full inspection of some components..

Fail 10 Oct 2019 133,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive headlamps fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive headlamps fitted (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some compnents

Fail 1 Oct 2019 133,762 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive headlamps fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect left hand drive headlamps fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

headlamp masks fitted

under trays and engine covers fitted preventing inspection of some compnents

Pass 1 Oct 2018 119,201 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2018 119,201 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 83,868 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 83,868 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 80,312 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 75,594 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 75,594 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2009 67,920 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 67,920 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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LR06 OGE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 LR06 OGE, 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.

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What year was LR06 OGE registered?

LR06 OGE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 April 2006.

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