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KN55 CDE

2005 Mercedes A160

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

78,462 mi
Last recorded78,462 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes A16060,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 CDE
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 78,462 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 75,075 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

handbrake lever slightly high

Pass 27 Aug 2015 73,576 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Aug 2015 73,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2014 71,542 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 71,542 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 10 Feb 2014 71,529 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

EPC/ESP WARNING LIGHTS ON.

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

all discs rusted.

rear wiper u/s.

Pass 4 Jan 2013 67,398 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 67,391 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 60,574 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2011 60,570 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

management light staying on

Fail 20 Jan 2010 51,645 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 51,645 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 42,760 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 42,760 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?

Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,315
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
Registration plate lamp not working 24
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KN55 CDE is a 2005 Mercedes A160 in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 60,572 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 A160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KN55 CDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A160 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN55 CDE registered?

KN55 CDE is a 2005 Mercedes A160, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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