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SDS 89W

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 6208cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

124,577 mi
Last recorded124,577 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDS 89W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,208cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 124,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 122,248 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 116,226 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 107,611 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 98,312 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 95,672 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 84,222 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 71,742 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Fail 14 May 2018 71,740 miles

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2017 64,963 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 60,896 miles

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

oil leck

Pass 26 May 2015 57,585 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 56,672 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 56,596 miles

Rear discs slight wear lip

Pass 27 Sep 2011 56,264 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2011 55,224 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 55,224 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 34,128 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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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SDS 89W is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 6,208cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SDS 89W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SDS 89W?

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What year was SDS 89W registered?

SDS 89W is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is SDS 89W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDS 89W shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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