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KM05 TWY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

102,226 mi
Last recorded102,226 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 TWY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 102,226 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Dec 2024 102,226 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 99,869 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 97,992 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 95,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 94,311 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2020 94,311 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 93,034 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 90,713 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 87,811 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 87,811 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 85,145 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 82,462 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 78,738 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 74,635 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 70,276 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 64,611 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 59,206 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 52,091 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 45,038 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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KM05 TWY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 KM05 TWY, 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 KM05 TWY registered?

KM05 TWY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is KM05 TWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM05 TWY shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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