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KM55 HBP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

86,100 mi
Last recorded86,100 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM55 HBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2026 86,100 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2026 86,100 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2025 80,971 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 75,787 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 75,728 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Fail 8 Jan 2024 75,685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 5 Dec 2023 75,535 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested BOTH (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 72,834 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 69,468 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 69,106 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 69,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 67,461 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Severely pitted/ corroded, needs attention (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror insecure/ damaged..

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Severely pitted / corroded ,, needs attention.. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 67,461 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both side.. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Severely pitted/ corroded, needs attention (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged Mirror insecure/ damaged..

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Severely pitted / corroded ,, needs attention.. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2015 65,565 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Aug 2014 62,456 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 62,456 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 58,127 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 58,127 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 52,153 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 46,249 miles

Both wipers are due for repalcement

Pass 24 Feb 2010 38,517 miles

off side front tyre has side wall damage

Pass 16 Feb 2009 33,888 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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KM55 HBP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KM55 HBP, 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.

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What year was KM55 HBP registered?

KM55 HBP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is KM55 HBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM55 HBP shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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