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KW55 TPV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

149,619 mi
Last recorded149,619 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 149,619 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2025 149,619 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 145,662 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken

Pass 12 Dec 2023 143,829 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 143,087 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 142,015 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 140,068 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 137,511 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 137,005 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 136,508 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 134,104 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 127,095 miles

Slight damage to O/S/F wheel rim

Pass 21 Jan 2015 114,593 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 104,384 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Dec 2013 104,369 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2012 87,314 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 87,314 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 76,280 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 44,137 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 TPV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 TPV, 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

How do I check the history of KW55 TPV?

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What year was KW55 TPV registered?

KW55 TPV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 January 2006.

Is KW55 TPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW55 TPV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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