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HK55 TZO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

103,385 mi
Last recorded103,385 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 TZO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 103,385 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 97,964 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge. Nearing excessive. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge. Nearing excessive. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 93,482 miles

front tyres worn below 1.6mm on both edges - advise replacement soon

full underside inspection prevented by undertrays

Fail 14 Jun 2024 93,482 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front tyres worn below 1.6mm on both edges - advise replacement soon

full underside inspection prevented by undertrays

Pass 27 May 2023 85,655 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Straight arm. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 78,297 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 77,250 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Road wheel slightly distorted nearside front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 75,293 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Road wheel slightly distorted nearside front (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 74,262 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 70,253 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 66,789 miles

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat Nav holder and N T Sticker

Fail 12 Dec 2017 66,789 miles

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat Nav holder and N T Sticker

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 63,194 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH ! Front tyres 1mm on all edges and 4mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 60,786 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 57,418 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 52,203 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 47,272 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 41,756 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Nov 2011 41,756 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 36,252 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 30,143 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 25,499 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 25,499 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

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HK55 TZO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HK55 TZO, 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

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What year was HK55 TZO registered?

HK55 TZO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 January 2006.

Is HK55 TZO safe to buy?

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