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KN05 NHZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,731 mi
Last recorded126,731 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2012
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 NHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2012 126,731 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2011 120,629 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 115,526 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 115,526 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 115,525 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 103,481 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 102,940 miles

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

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

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

CHILD SEATS IN REAR BELTS==REAR PADS LOW==ENG COVERS==FR TCA BUSHES PERISHING

Fail 14 May 2008 89,611 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

VERY SLIGHT LIFTING IN REAR TYRES==ENG COVERS

Pass 14 May 2008 89,611 miles

VERY SLIGHT LIFTING IN REAR TYRES==ENG COVERS

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 NHZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NHZ, 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 NHZ registered?

KN05 NHZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is KN05 NHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 NHZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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