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KN05 KHX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

110,903 mi
Last recorded110,903 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 KHX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 110,903 miles

BOTH front tyres wearing on edges

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 99,909 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 99,909 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 92,449 miles

no smoke to test

no tick to n/s head lamp

small chip in windscreen

Fail 29 Jan 2015 92,449 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

no smoke to test

no tick to n/s head lamp

small chip in windscreen

Fail 2 Jul 2013 78,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 78,208 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 68,292 miles

O/S/F Brake hose starting to chafe

Fail 5 Jul 2012 68,291 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

O/S/F Brake hose starting to chafe

Pass 26 May 2011 63,774 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 49,926 miles

n/s/f wheel arch linner damaged at front

Fail 2 Jun 2010 49,921 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

n/s/f wheel arch linner damaged at front

Pass 18 May 2009 37,980 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 26,138 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 26,138 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

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 KHX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KN05 KHX, 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 KHX registered?

KN05 KHX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is KN05 KHX safe to buy?

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