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BD05 KWO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

184,448 mi
Last recorded184,448 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 KWO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 184,448 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 184,255 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 174,370 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 174,370 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rears (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2020 171,299 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 168,777 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 166,451 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2018 166,451 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 162,048 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 155,210 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 149,752 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 147,394 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 141,271 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 133,503 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 129,215 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 120,767 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 110,322 miles

at the time of test under body panels fitted

Pass 20 May 2008 95,551 miles

minor stonechips on remainiing windscreen swept area

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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BD05 KWO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BD05 KWO, 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.

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What year was BD05 KWO registered?

BD05 KWO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is BD05 KWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 KWO shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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