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KS55 JVU

2006 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,247 mi
Last recorded139,247 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz E93,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS55 JVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 139,247 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 138,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2018 138,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 127,074 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 127,063 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 116,211 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 107,690 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 95,784 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 82,006 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2012 63,012 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Jan 2011 50,307 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 39,434 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 5 Jan 2009 27,097 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 27,097 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?

Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
7,127
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
435,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132,731
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,433
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 41,321
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 39,376
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37,959
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KS55 JVU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 93,352 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS55 JVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS55 JVU registered?

KS55 JVU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 4 January 2006.

Is KS55 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS55 JVU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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