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KW55 EHB

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

157,563 mi
Last recorded157,563 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 EHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 157,563 miles

Nearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 143,325 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides, (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 126,488 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under tray and engine cover fitted.

Pass 30 Aug 2022 118,191 miles

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

Under tray fitted,

slight corrosion on all suspension and braking components

Pass 16 Aug 2021 115,502 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 109,939 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 99,881 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 99,881 miles

Offside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rood end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2018 96,186 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 94,081 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 90,967 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 85,124 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 85,124 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 80,101 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 80,101 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 74,169 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 67,198 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 58,646 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 51,436 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 48,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 48,534 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 48,422 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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KW55 EHB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KW55 EHB, 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 KW55 EHB registered?

KW55 EHB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 January 2006.

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