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KP05 UDY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,474 mi
Last recorded106,474 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 UDY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 106,474 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 106,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 101,736 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

rear discs correded

Pass 3 Aug 2011 83,081 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 74,872 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 53,801 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 UDY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UDY, 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

How do I check the history of KP05 UDY?

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What year was KP05 UDY registered?

KP05 UDY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is KP05 UDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 UDY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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