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KW55 HHZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

157,349 mi
Last recorded157,349 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 HHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 157,349 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 148,445 miles

offside front inner steering rack joint has slight play

offside front tyre bald inner edge close to legal limit

offside rear tyre close to wear bars

rear brake pads getting low

Fail 5 Jan 2015 148,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

auxilary drive belt deteriated

eml light on

offside front inner plastic arch insecure touching on tyre

offside front inner steering rack joint has slight play

offside front tyre bald inner edge close to legal limit

offside rear tyre close to wear bars

rear brake pads getting low

turbo boost pipe from intercooler split

Pass 6 Sep 2013 132,050 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 132,050 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 121,247 miles

offside windscreen washer weak

Pass 18 May 2011 110,182 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 98,794 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 76,855 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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KW55 HHZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HHZ, 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 HHZ registered?

KW55 HHZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 February 2006.

Is KW55 HHZ safe to buy?

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