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KT55 DAO

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,264 mi
Last recorded105,264 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT55 DAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 105,264 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both have poor aim (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 97,636 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside wiper arm(blade) slightly defective

Pass 15 Feb 2022 97,616 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 96,965 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 96,340 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 96,340 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 94,575 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 92,688 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 86,416 miles

Under Tray Fitted Engine Cover Fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2015 83,764 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Oct 2014 76,356 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 76,354 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 69,448 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2012 62,364 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 54,508 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 49,751 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 41,783 miles

oil leak under car, unable to tell if it is power steering or transmission fluid

Pass 3 Nov 2009 41,778 miles

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

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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KT55 DAO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KT55 DAO, 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 KT55 DAO registered?

KT55 DAO is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 February 2006.

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The MOT history for KT55 DAO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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