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AX05 KXC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,786 mi
Last recorded123,786 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 KXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 123,786 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 120,301 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2019 120,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 116,119 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2018 116,104 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 112,215 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nearside front tyre sidewall perished no cords exposed

nearside front tyre wearing on edge close to limit

Pass 11 Jul 2016 104,447 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 96,554 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 87,280 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 71,512 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 62,163 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 1 Jul 2011 55,459 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 48,719 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2009 41,360 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 33,766 miles

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

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

front tyre wear on edges

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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AX05 KXC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 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 AX05 KXC, 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 21 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 AX05 KXC registered?

AX05 KXC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is AX05 KXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 KXC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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