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KN05 ORZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

189,511 mi
Last recorded189,511 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 189,511 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 173,941 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 156,310 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 147,636 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 142,005 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 134,472 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 134,472 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Oct 2019 122,087 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 110,898 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 107,973 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 104,548 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 101,078 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 97,695 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 94,612 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 85,331 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 73,003 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 60,918 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 50,349 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 43,303 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 26,365 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 ORZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ORZ, 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 ORZ registered?

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

Is KN05 ORZ safe to buy?

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