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SB06 ZCA

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

160,851 mi
Last recorded160,851 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB06 ZCA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2023 160,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 134,101 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 130,144 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 130,144 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 128,472 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 128,470 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jan 2019 126,375 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 126,375 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 123,005 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 120,468 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 114,313 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 108,567 miles

n/s/front tyre wall has a cut but not deep enough to reach cord or ply

n/s/rear tyre wearing inner edge

o/s/front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 14 Jan 2014 102,532 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 94,887 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 88,371 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Nov 2009 77,330 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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SB06 ZCA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SB06 ZCA, 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 SB06 ZCA registered?

SB06 ZCA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 July 2006.

Is SB06 ZCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB06 ZCA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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