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HJ55 KVA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

49,143 mi
Last recorded49,143 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 KVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 49,143 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

head lamp lens cloudy

Fail 14 Aug 2026 49,143 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

head lamp lens cloudy

Pass 15 Aug 2025 47,372 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

head lamp lens cloudy

Pass 15 Aug 2024 45,467 miles

front number plate in poor condition

head lamp lens cloudy

Fail 15 Aug 2024 45,467 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front number plate in poor condition

head lamp lens cloudy

Pass 24 Aug 2023 42,138 miles

front number plate in poor condition

Fail 24 Aug 2023 42,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

front number plate in poor condition

Pass 28 Jul 2022 40,348 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 39,290 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 37,112 miles

front pads getting low

Pass 27 Jul 2019 35,378 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 13 Aug 2018 34,169 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2017 32,826 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre bald on edge

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

Fail 12 Aug 2017 32,826 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre bald on edge

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 30,669 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 26,957 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 12 Aug 2014 25,449 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 23,456 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 21,087 miles

full lenth under body covers fitted restricted view of various components

Pass 16 Sep 2010 18,093 miles

all four tyres perishing

Pass 15 Sep 2009 15,608 miles

all 4 tyres perished and split

Pass 16 Sep 2008 12,461 miles

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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HJ55 KVA 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 81.8%.

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 HJ55 KVA, 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 HJ55 KVA registered?

HJ55 KVA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 September 2005.

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