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KM55 JDU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,473 mi
Last recorded89,473 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM55 JDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2012 89,473 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 89,473 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 81,249 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 69,038 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 57,433 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 45,745 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 45,745 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 JDU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 JDU, 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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How do I check the history of KM55 JDU?

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What year was KM55 JDU registered?

KM55 JDU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is KM55 JDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM55 JDU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KM55 JDU have outstanding finance?

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