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KP05 GZW

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

172,111 mi
Last recorded172,111 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 172,111 miles

Front tyres different to rears in size

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear light lens cracked

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

under trays and engine covers

Pass 26 Nov 2016 156,342 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 149,289 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 135,004 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 113,600 miles

suspect exhaust blow from front pipe

Fail 20 Dec 2012 113,280 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

rear tyres wearing on edges advise replacement

suspect exhaust blow from front pipe

Pass 8 Dec 2011 96,495 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 68,277 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 68,277 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 52,540 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 37,241 miles

ALL TYRES WEARING ON EDGES.

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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KP05 GZW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GZW, 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 KP05 GZW registered?

KP05 GZW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is KP05 GZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 GZW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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