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KN05 ORX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

152,920 mi
Last recorded152,920 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 152,920 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 140,589 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 137,718 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 135,645 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 128,854 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 120,916 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 113,763 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 105,567 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 98,978 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 92,151 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 84,587 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)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 84,549 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Mar 2010 76,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 76,437 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 48,909 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 48,909 miles

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 21,088 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)

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 ORX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 ORX, 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 ORX registered?

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

Is KN05 ORX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 ORX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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