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BF55 KYB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,461 mi
Last recorded115,461 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 KYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2014 115,461 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 106,350 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 97,739 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2011 79,398 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 78,987 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2009 56,756 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 6 Sep 2008 29,779 miles

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

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

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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BF55 KYB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BF55 KYB, 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 BF55 KYB registered?

BF55 KYB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BF55 KYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 KYB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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