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KM05 XUB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,976 mi
Last recorded148,976 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 148,976 miles

EXHAUST MOUNTING BROKEN

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE IS WORN TO LIMITS ON EDGES

OIL LEAK

SLIGHT PLAT IN NEAR SIDE FRONT (REAR) BOTTOM BALL JOINT

STRONG ADVISE: BOTH REAR TYRES ARE WORN TO LIMITS !!

Pass 2 May 2015 144,099 miles

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON EDGES

Pass 27 Nov 2013 134,195 miles

n/s/f tyre worn both edges

o/s/f tyre been run flat ?

slight play both front bearings

Fail 27 Nov 2013 134,195 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f tyre worn both edges

o/s/f tyre been run flat ?

slight play both front bearings

Pass 5 Dec 2012 112,907 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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 4 Jul 2011 89,925 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 70,802 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 51,144 miles

front tyres worn on edges

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

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)

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

Fail 26 Jun 2009 51,144 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)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front tyres worn on edges

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 25 Jun 2008 30,889 miles

car been standing

large under trays

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 XUB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XUB, 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 XUB registered?

KM05 XUB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is KM05 XUB safe to buy?

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