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KP05 VEF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,851 mi
Last recorded128,851 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 128,851 miles

BOTH FRONT SHOCKS WORN AND TOP MOUNTS HAVE SLIGHT PLAY

Fail 8 Dec 2022 128,851 miles

BOTH FRONT SHOCKS WORN AND TOP MOUNTS HAVE SLIGHT PLAY

Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 121,420 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 121,344 miles

Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder and dash cam. (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear parking brake sticking on slightly before releasing.

Pass 27 Nov 2020 114,039 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 105,188 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 105,185 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 95,588 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 87,223 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 79,749 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 69,596 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 60,009 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2014 59,844 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on thew edge

Pass 10 Jul 2013 53,774 miles

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

Fail 27 Jun 2013 50,774 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 42,991 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 38,034 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2011 38,034 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 32,568 miles

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

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 20 Jul 2009 26,600 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 21,963 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 VEF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VEF, 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 VEF registered?

KP05 VEF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is KP05 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 VEF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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