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CK55 RLV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

112,334 mi
Last recorded112,334 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK55 RLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 112,334 miles
Fail 22 May 2026 112,334 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 109,906 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2025 109,906 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 May 2024 106,603 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 103,363 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 100,255 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 100,208 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 24 May 2021 96,462 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 95,477 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 92,910 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 89,126 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 83,539 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 76,000 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 68,742 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 62,043 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 55,416 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 55,394 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 53,126 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 47,370 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 38,444 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 30,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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CK55 RLV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 CK55 RLV, 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 CK55 RLV registered?

CK55 RLV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is CK55 RLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK55 RLV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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