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KR55 ZBO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,434 mi
Last recorded101,434 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 ZBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 101,434 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 91,040 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 88,668 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 88,666 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 82,642 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 73,074 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 70,352 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 70,352 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 67,400 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 64,094 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 61,715 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 61,715 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 58,477 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 55,245 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 55,221 miles

Offside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 53,465 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 50,409 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 47,202 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 47,202 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 44,024 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 40,272 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 37,236 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 31,056 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 30,631 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 30,627 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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KR55 ZBO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KR55 ZBO, 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 KR55 ZBO registered?

KR55 ZBO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 January 2006.

Is KR55 ZBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 ZBO shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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