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MK06 LYG

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,934 mi
Last recorded75,934 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK06 LYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 75,934 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 65,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 50,892 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 49,684 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2021 49,684 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2020 49,040 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2019 47,408 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 45,048 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 45,048 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2017 42,270 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 39,194 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2015 35,616 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 35,468 miles

coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 31,879 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 28,312 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 25,463 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 22,573 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 19,724 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 16,151 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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MK06 LYG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MK06 LYG, 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 MK06 LYG registered?

MK06 LYG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is MK06 LYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK06 LYG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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