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SM06 XOT

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

164,632 mi
Last recorded164,632 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 XOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2016 164,632 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 164,632 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 146,704 miles

Sills and floors covered by plastic trims , cannot inspect properly

Fail 8 Apr 2015 146,704 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Sills and floors covered by plastic trims , cannot inspect properly

Pass 7 Apr 2014 126,512 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Apr 2014 126,512 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 97,629 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Apr 2013 97,629 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2012 75,021 miles

Oil leak

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 7 Apr 2011 47,290 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 47,288 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2010 23,112 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 Apr 2010 23,112 miles

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

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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SM06 XOT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM06 XOT, 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 SM06 XOT registered?

SM06 XOT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is SM06 XOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM06 XOT shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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