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HK55 RNZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,104 mi
Last recorded97,104 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 RNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 97,104 miles

Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both side (2.5.B.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

under-tray fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2017 94,819 miles

Rear coil spring corroded bothsides (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jan 2017 94,819 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear coil spring corroded bothsides (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jul 2015 90,301 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 90,182 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 81,760 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 81,760 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 May 2013 72,487 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 66,361 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 64,184 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 64,184 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 51,388 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside wiper could be improved (borderline pass)

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2009 37,499 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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HK55 RNZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HK55 RNZ, 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 HK55 RNZ registered?

HK55 RNZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is HK55 RNZ safe to buy?

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