2006 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · K600 MRS
2006 Mercedes-Benz C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 115,403 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,403 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K600 MRS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
- 115,403 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K600 MRS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (K600 MRS) between June 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
K600 MRS Mileage History
- 24/06/2024114,754 mi
- 09/06/2025115,132 mi+378 mi
- 28/06/2025115,223 mi+91 mi
- 02/07/2026115,403 mi+180 mi
- 02/07/2026115,403 mi
Average of roughly 321 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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