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KP05 UEB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2155cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

181,029 mi
Last recorded181,029 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 UEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,155cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 181,029 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 181,028 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 176,661 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre worn on inside edge to 0mm

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2015 264,543 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 149,386 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 137,213 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 29 Nov 2013 137,120 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 126,047 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2011 110,423 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 164,196 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 86,153 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

cut in off side front tyre side wall not showing cord

Pass 27 Feb 2010 86,153 miles

Battery insecure

cut in off side front tyre side wall not showing cord

Pass 28 Aug 2008 68,256 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 UEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,155cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UEB, 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 UEB registered?

KP05 UEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is KP05 UEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 UEB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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