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KS55 JXH

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

77,492 mi
Last recorded77,492 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS55 JXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 77,492 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 76,086 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays and side skirts fitted covering testable items

Fail 22 Jul 2025 76,086 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays and side skirts fitted covering testable items

Pass 7 Aug 2024 74,551 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 74,542 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working both not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 73,816 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

covers + shields fitted

Fail 31 Jul 2023 73,816 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

covers + Shields fitted

covers + shields fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2022 69,221 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 69,221 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 66,098 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 66,098 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 62,145 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 62,045 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamp aim too high both lamps (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 59,805 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 56,141 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 53,875 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 51,166 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 48,420 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 45,842 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 43,593 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 41,069 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 38,456 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 32,999 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 27,678 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 27,678 miles

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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KS55 JXH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 KS55 JXH, 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 KS55 JXH registered?

KS55 JXH is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 January 2006.

Is KS55 JXH safe to buy?

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