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RJ06 XBF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

229,001 mi
Last recorded229,001 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 XBF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2019 229,001 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 228,522 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 228,522 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 220,267 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 213,381 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 213,366 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 201,353 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 191,570 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2013 181,821 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 167,183 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 138,231 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 138,214 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 105,935 miles

the vehicle plastic undershields restrict inspection to underside of vehicle

Fail 29 Jul 2009 89,214 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 89,214 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 71,413 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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RJ06 XBF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RJ06 XBF, 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 XBF registered?

RJ06 XBF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is RJ06 XBF safe to buy?

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