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KP05 DFV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

190,193 mi
Last recorded190,193 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 DFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 190,193 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 170,798 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 152,939 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 137,558 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 122,881 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 111,271 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 111,271 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 98,989 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 82,190 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 68,407 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 50,713 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 50,713 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 39,979 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 37,721 miles

n/s/f tyre outer edge worn

Fail 6 May 2009 37,721 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

n/s/f tyre outer edge worn

Pass 25 Apr 2008
Fail 25 Apr 2008 27,639 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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KP05 DFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KP05 DFV, 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.

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What year was KP05 DFV registered?

KP05 DFV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is KP05 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 DFV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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