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KJ55 CGK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,906 mi
Last recorded103,906 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ55 CGK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 103,906 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 103,454 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 102,541 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 101,667 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 99,053 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 96,829 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 94,748 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 78,896 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 78,896 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 67,721 miles

slight movement in front suspension bushes

Pass 18 Mar 2010 56,229 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 37,913 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 37,910 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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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KJ55 CGK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KJ55 CGK, 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 KJ55 CGK registered?

KJ55 CGK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is KJ55 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJ55 CGK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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