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KM05 WHL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

49,584 mi
Last recorded49,584 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 49,584 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Sep 2026 49,582 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak lambda (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2025 48,253 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 46,294 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 46,294 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 44,534 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 43,284 miles

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

Rear sub frame slightly corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2021 40,593 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Jacking point damaged

Pass 30 Sep 2020 39,198 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 38,480 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 37,411 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 35,893 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 34,804 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured NSR and OSR (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake pads appear low.

NSF tyre tread low.

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

Fail 13 Sep 2016 34,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured NSR and OSR (1.4.A.2f)

Front brake pads appear low.

NSF tyre tread low.

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 32,690 miles

n/s/f jacking point damaged

Pass 10 Jul 2014 31,366 miles

damage to n/s/f outer sill plastic

Pass 6 Aug 2013 30,052 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 28,730 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2011 26,432 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 23,047 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 18,982 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 15,123 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)

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 WHL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WHL, 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 WHL registered?

KM05 WHL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is KM05 WHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM05 WHL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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