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KM05 TXS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

85,443 mi
Last recorded85,443 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM05 TXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 85,443 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 79,104 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 79,104 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 72,827 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play marked in yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 65,179 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 62,758 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 60,436 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 57,983 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 54,409 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 54,409 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 49,277 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 44,477 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 39,292 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 34,136 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 29,409 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 27,771 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 26,291 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 24,278 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 20,541 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 18,468 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 15,137 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 TXS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 TXS, 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 TXS?

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What year was KM05 TXS registered?

KM05 TXS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is KM05 TXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM05 TXS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KM05 TXS have outstanding finance?

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