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BW05 KFU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

211,975 mi
Last recorded211,975 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW05 KFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 211,975 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 193,899 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 172,685 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 150,226 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 129,509 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 108,837 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 80,931 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 80,931 miles

Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 57,993 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 42,647 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 31,718 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BW05 KFU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BW05 KFU, 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 BW05 KFU registered?

BW05 KFU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 August 2005.

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The MOT history for BW05 KFU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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