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KJ05 ZFL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

193,056 mi
Last recorded193,056 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ05 ZFL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 193,056 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear axal corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2026 193,051 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower read (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear axal corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 191,933 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner dust cover clip missing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Apr 2025 191,933 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner dust cover clip missing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2025 191,906 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear link worn

Pass 11 Mar 2024 180,586 miles

rear anti roll bar D bushes worn

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2023 168,102 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 156,741 miles

all tyres worn on edges of tread

Pass 11 Mar 2021 145,331 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 145,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre worn on edge of tread

Pass 6 Mar 2020 138,939 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 128,815 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 119,764 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 109,239 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 98,119 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 98,119 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 87,197 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 77,747 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 71,188 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 65,196 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 56,756 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 47,387 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 38,636 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 29,944 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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KJ05 ZFL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 KJ05 ZFL, 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 KJ05 ZFL registered?

KJ05 ZFL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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