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R4 JGG

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,006 mi
Last recorded36,006 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 JGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 36,006 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 34,854 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2025 34,854 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 33,135 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 31,569 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 30,438 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 28,400 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2021 28,373 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 27,056 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2019 24,619 miles

Rear Tyres 3mm

Pass 8 Aug 2018 21,343 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2017 17,227 miles

engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2016 15,677 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 14,964 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 13,682 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 13,682 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 12,507 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 11,109 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 9,484 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 7,538 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 5,357 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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R4 JGG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 R4 JGG, 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 R4 JGG registered?

R4 JGG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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