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RJ06 XBL

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,631 mi
Last recorded119,631 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ06 XBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 119,631 miles

o/s rear tyre near limit

Fail 8 Sep 2016 119,409 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

hand brake warning light on

o/s rear tyre near limit

Pass 3 Sep 2015 121,663 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 109,823 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 110,787 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Aug 2014 105,480 miles

nsf mirrow insecure/damaged

osr reverse light lense damaged

Fail 20 Jun 2013 98,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

osr brake light cover broken/holed

Pass 20 Jun 2013 98,031 miles

osr brake light cover broken/holed

Pass 15 Jun 2012 91,772 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 80,558 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 69,631 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 60,556 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 XBL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 XBL, 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 XBL registered?

RJ06 XBL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 June 2006.

Is RJ06 XBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ06 XBL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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