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KP05 TZN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,111 mi
Last recorded136,111 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Dec 2011 136,111 miles

both front rear lower arm bushes starting to wear

both rear coils rusty

front plate

sill covers fitted also under sheld front to rear

Pass 26 Nov 2010 126,749 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 106,217 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 78,230 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 49,328 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 TZN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TZN, 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 TZN registered?

KP05 TZN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is KP05 TZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 TZN shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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