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KW55 TNL

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

141,816 mi
Last recorded141,816 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 TNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 141,816 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 141,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 121,834 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 118,615 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 112,856 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 107,892 miles

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

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

Fail 9 May 2019 107,689 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 105,284 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 97,406 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 86,154 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint REAR ARM, HAS SIGNIFICANT PLAY (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint REAR ARM,HAS SIGNIFICANT PLAY (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 77,588 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 77,588 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure + cords visible (225/45WR17) (4.1.D.1b)

Engine MIL lit

O/S/F tyre bald on edges

Fail 5 Sep 2014 70,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 70,168 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 60,291 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 48,430 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 38,670 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 15 Sep 2010 25,271 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 23,635 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2010 23,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 19,335 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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 TNL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 TNL, 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 TNL registered?

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

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The MOT history for KW55 TNL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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