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KL55 ORS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

192,629 mi
Last recorded192,629 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL55 ORS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 192,629 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2020 192,625 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 178,031 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 156,973 miles

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

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2017 144,490 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 137,326 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 137,326 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 128,832 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 115,570 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 100,752 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2013 100,691 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 90,977 miles

rear brake imballance

Pass 27 Jul 2011 82,313 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 71,794 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 61,984 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 52,723 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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KL55 ORS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KL55 ORS, 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 KL55 ORS registered?

KL55 ORS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is KL55 ORS safe to buy?

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