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PJ06 VBN

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

50,239 mi
Last recorded50,239 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ06 VBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 50,239 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 42,774 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 35,149 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 34,511 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 33,945 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 33,564 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 33,133 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 32,230 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 30,932 miles

Offside Front Tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 14 Jul 2017 29,570 miles

Offside Front Tyre side wall damaged

Pass 7 Jul 2016 27,796 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 25,916 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 23,746 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 21,868 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 20,191 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 18,286 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 16,320 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 16,320 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 13,390 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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PJ06 VBN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PJ06 VBN, 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

How do I check the history of PJ06 VBN?

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What year was PJ06 VBN registered?

PJ06 VBN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is PJ06 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ06 VBN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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