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KN05 KTO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

144,953 mi
Last recorded144,953 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 KTO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2021 144,953 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 144,953 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2020 142,761 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 134,394 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 128,598 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 128,595 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 118,430 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 109,771 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 101,081 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 90,354 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 83,213 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 74,943 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 67,250 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 58,905 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 53,740 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 45,582 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 KTO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KTO, 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 KTO registered?

KN05 KTO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is KN05 KTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 KTO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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