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OE06 XBL

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,090 mi
Last recorded72,090 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE06 XBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 72,090 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 67,794 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 60,888 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r sidelamp back up bulb on

Fail 5 Jun 2015 60,605 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 60,605 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 59,944 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 59,944 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 55,613 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 53,797 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 53,797 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 52,768 miles

airbag light on

Pass 24 Jun 2010 50,148 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 39,671 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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OE06 XBL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OE06 XBL, 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 OE06 XBL registered?

OE06 XBL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is OE06 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE06 XBL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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