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KP05 GZZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

73,779 mi
Last recorded73,779 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 GZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2019 73,779 miles

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

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

both head lights glazed

Pass 22 Mar 2018 70,764 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 67,775 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear both sides (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 63,407 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 51,279 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 46,430 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Jul 2014 46,430 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2013 44,464 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 38,899 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 33,202 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 28,039 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 23,227 miles

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)

Pass 1 May 2008 18,837 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 GZZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GZZ, 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 GZZ registered?

KP05 GZZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is KP05 GZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 GZZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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