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KP05 XRV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,043 mi
Last recorded120,043 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 XRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 120,043 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n.s & o.s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2025 113,446 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective n.s & o.s (4.1.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2024 110,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2023 173,151 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2023 173,151 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 99,925 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2022 99,922 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 95,161 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play bottom back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 85,263 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 74,342 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 74,342 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 70,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has slight cut

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 67,357 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 64,528 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 61,194 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 57,903 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2012 54,107 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 54,107 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 47,913 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 43,018 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 38,098 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 26,975 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 XRV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XRV, 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

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What year was KP05 XRV registered?

KP05 XRV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is KP05 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 XRV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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