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K16 SKS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,119 mi
Last recorded17,119 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 SKS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2023 17,119 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 17,117 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 14,572 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 12,390 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 12,390 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 12,210 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 11,792 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 10,963 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2017 9,351 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Oct 2016 8,548 miles

all four tyres perihing

Pass 9 Oct 2015 7,709 miles

all four tyre perishing

Pass 7 Oct 2014 7,192 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 6,649 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 6,080 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 5,502 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 4,621 miles

front wipers worn

o/s/outter door handle sticky

unable to inspect all brake and fuel lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 7 Oct 2009 3,496 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 2,789 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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K16 SKS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 K16 SKS, 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 K16 SKS registered?

K16 SKS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 October 2005.

Is K16 SKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K16 SKS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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