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KS55 JYB

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

191,341 mi
Last recorded191,341 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS55 JYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 191,341 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 191,341 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 180,560 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 170,882 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 158,105 miles

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

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

small stonechips across windscreen

Fail 2 Feb 2013 158,105 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

small stonechips across windscreen

Pass 4 Feb 2012 148,548 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

driver door interior damaged

offside front fog lamp not working

Pass 11 Feb 2011 119,277 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

drivers door interior damaged

offside front fog light not working

Pass 3 Feb 2010 96,971 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer tread......

Fail 14 Feb 2009 75,190 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 75,190 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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KS55 JYB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 JYB, 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

How do I check the history of KS55 JYB?

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What year was KS55 JYB registered?

KS55 JYB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 February 2006.

Is KS55 JYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS55 JYB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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