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KN05 CUW

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,585 mi
Last recorded61,585 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 CUW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 61,585 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 58,935 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 56,756 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 55,189 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 54,300 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 54,299 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 53,332 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 52,376 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 52,375 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 50,404 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2018 50,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 47,866 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 46,025 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 43,977 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 40,475 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 37,819 miles

brake pads getting low front and rear

Pass 14 Sep 2012 33,363 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 30,393 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 27,413 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 19,511 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 19,510 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 10,394 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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KN05 CUW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KN05 CUW, 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

How do I check the history of KN05 CUW?

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What year was KN05 CUW registered?

KN05 CUW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is KN05 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 CUW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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