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KN05 DRX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

108,882 mi
Last recorded108,882 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 DRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 108,882 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 107,203 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 105,963 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 104,829 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 104,829 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 103,195 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 103,195 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 100,053 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 98,354 miles

Rear coil springs corroded

Fail 17 Jul 2017 98,322 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2016 95,504 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 rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 92,254 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2014 87,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 87,667 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 80,749 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 70,767 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 61,744 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 61,610 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 60,526 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 60,519 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 45,307 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 DRX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DRX, 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 KN05 DRX registered?

KN05 DRX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is KN05 DRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 DRX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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