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KM55 JOH

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,858 mi
Last recorded113,858 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM55 JOH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 113,858 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 113,545 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 113,147 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 111,824 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 109,440 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 106,493 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 103,226 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 96,443 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 89,477 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 82,667 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

air bags turned off

Pass 30 Oct 2012 74,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2011 66,484 miles

extensive plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle making it hard to inspect

Pass 19 Oct 2010 56,968 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

large plastic covers fitted hard to check.

Pass 24 Oct 2009 48,325 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2008 40,145 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 JOH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KM55 JOH, 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 KM55 JOH registered?

KM55 JOH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is KM55 JOH safe to buy?

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