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KP55 GPV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

96,153 mi
Last recorded96,153 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 GPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 96,153 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 92,969 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018 87,291 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 82,916 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 77,411 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 73,630 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 69,956 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Jan 2013 68,584 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 68,584 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 62,515 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 56,240 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 42,519 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 34,911 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 34,909 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

N/S/F tyre is worn on outer edge

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

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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KP55 GPV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KP55 GPV, 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 KP55 GPV?

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What year was KP55 GPV registered?

KP55 GPV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is KP55 GPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 GPV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP55 GPV have outstanding finance?

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