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KS55 ZYR

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,718 mi
Last recorded116,718 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 116,718 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

oil leak

Fail 21 Jul 2017 116,717 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides bulbs not fitted correctly (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

engine management lamp on indicates a fault

oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2016 111,549 miles

BOTH SIDE FRONT ARM BUSHES WORN

BOTH SIDE FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

BOTH SIDE REAR TYRIES INNER EDGES WORN

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

OIL LEAK

WINDSCREEN HAS SMALL CRACK BUT NOT IN DRIVER VEIW OF THE ROAD

Pass 9 Nov 2015 110,062 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 5 Nov 2014 97,954 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2014 97,954 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 91,097 miles

1.front brake pads appear low 2.both rear tyres worn low on tread just on limit

Fail 27 Nov 2013 91,097 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

1.front brake pads appear low 2.both rear tyres worn low on tread just on limit

Pass 20 Nov 2012 83,503 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 73,314 miles

light cracks to castor bushes

Pass 14 Oct 2010 62,655 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 52,103 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 38,007 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 38,007 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 ZYR is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ZYR, 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 KS55 ZYR registered?

KS55 ZYR is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is KS55 ZYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS55 ZYR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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