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KP05 GZR

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 GZR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2023

Coil spring fractured or broken nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 106,177 miles

tyre worn on edge. offside front

Fail 10 Jun 2022 106,177 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

tyre worn on edge. offside front

Pass 30 Mar 2021 96,925 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 96,925 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 91,762 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 91,762 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 75,702 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 62,933 miles

Engine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

Fail 21 Nov 2017 62,927 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Engine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

Pass 23 Nov 2016 57,683 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

Engine managment light on

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 51,672 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers and undertrays fitted

MIL light on

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 49,604 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2014 47,187 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear anti roll bar n/s and o/s slightly corroded

Fail 16 Jun 2014 47,187 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear anti roll bar n/s and o/s slightly corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2013 43,701 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 39,082 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 31,884 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 31,884 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2010 25,550 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 20,065 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 13,430 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2008 13,430 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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KP05 GZR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 KP05 GZR, 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 GZR registered?

KP05 GZR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is KP05 GZR safe to buy?

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