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PE06 VGT

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,441 mi
Last recorded87,441 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE06 VGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 87,441 miles

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

osr lamp slightly damaged

Pass 24 Jul 2025 86,518 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 85,344 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 83,562 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 82,250 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 19 Jul 2021 79,938 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 77,707 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 76,116 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 73,002 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 70,363 miles

Offside Rear seatbelt stop button missing

Oil leak

drivers interior grab handle damaged

Fail 25 Jul 2017 70,363 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear seatbelt stop button missing

Oil leak

drivers interior grab handle damaged

Pass 27 Jul 2016 66,560 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak from engine

Fail 22 Jul 2016 66,458 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

oil leak from engine

Pass 24 Jul 2015 62,449 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 57,038 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 52,855 miles

drivers interior grab handle not secure

front brake discs worn

Pass 27 Jul 2012 45,065 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 37,842 miles

Front brake discs worn

Pass 26 Jul 2010 29,589 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 22,761 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 22,761 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 VGT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VGT, 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 VGT registered?

PE06 VGT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is PE06 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE06 VGT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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