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RO06 OCM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

149,527 mi
Last recorded149,527 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO06 OCM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 149,527 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 143,280 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 141,312 miles

coil springs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

slight fluctuation on front brakes

Fail 19 Oct 2015 141,308 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

coil springs corroded

rear brake discs corroded

slight fluctuation on front brakes

Pass 13 Oct 2014 131,172 miles

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

indicator bulbs becoming pale

rear disc brakes corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2013 115,852 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 115,850 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 102,012 miles

o/s/f tyre tread worn on outer edge

Pass 20 Oct 2011 85,663 miles

rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 22 Oct 2010 70,811 miles

front tyres wearing close to wear markers

rear brake pads slightly low

rear tyre treads slightly distorted

Pass 23 Oct 2009 52,893 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 52,889 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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RO06 OCM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc diesel 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 RO06 OCM, 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 RO06 OCM registered?

RO06 OCM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 March 2006.

Is RO06 OCM safe to buy?

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