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PE06 VFV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

71,981 mi
Last recorded71,981 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE06 VFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 71,981 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2025 66,136 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 58,437 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2023 52,782 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 48,203 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 48,200 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 47,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN CLOSE ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 45,843 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 45,843 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 43,999 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 41,958 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear rear exhaust hanger missing but exhaust secure

Pass 13 Mar 2017 39,781 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 37,635 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 34,986 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 32,597 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 28,836 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,924 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 22,299 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 17,631 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 13,016 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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PE06 VFV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PE06 VFV, 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 PE06 VFV registered?

PE06 VFV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is PE06 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE06 VFV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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