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RJ06 EPC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,979 mi
Last recorded38,979 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 EPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 38,979 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2015 38,913 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 31,963 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 26,970 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres close to legal limit

offside front tyre has cut in inner wall

offside front tyre worn on the legal limit

Fail 14 Apr 2013 26,970 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres close to legal limit

offside front tyre has cut in inner wall

offside front tyre worn on the legal limit

Fail 16 Jan 2013 26,961 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Air bag MIL on

Battery insecure

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Offside front wheel arch cover insecure

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Dec 2011 16,409 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

accident damage repairs carried out to front and offside front of vehicle

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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RJ06 EPC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RJ06 EPC, 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.

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What year was RJ06 EPC registered?

RJ06 EPC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 May 2006.

Is RJ06 EPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ06 EPC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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