CarVerify

Free Car Check

KM05 OMW

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

128,724 mi
Last recorded128,724 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 OMW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 128,724 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Lamp Damaged

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory Mirror deteriorated

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

Fail 20 Dec 2018 128,724 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lamp Damaged

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory Mirror deteriorated

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 111,030 miles

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

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2017 111,030 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2017 110,688 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Fail 24 Nov 2017 109,710 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side rear (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2016 94,513 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 79,894 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 69,099 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 61,059 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 38,627 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 24 May 2012 38,627 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2011 31,858 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 31,858 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2010 27,249 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 23,074 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 18,194 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
Full Mercedes-benz C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KM05 OMW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KM05 OMW, 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

How do I check the history of KM05 OMW?

You can check the full history of KM05 OMW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KM05 OMW registered?

KM05 OMW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is KM05 OMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM05 OMW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KM05 OMW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KM05 OMW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.