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KP55 MYC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

103,761 mi
Last recorded103,761 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP55 MYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2023 103,761 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 100,158 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 96,831 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 90,886 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 85,342 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 85,339 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 80,726 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 77,891 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2016 72,419 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 72,419 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 67,262 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 101,952 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2013 98,884 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 59,316 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 51,333 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 43,723 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 39,555 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 39,538 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2008 27,433 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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KP55 MYC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MYC, 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 MYC?

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What year was KP55 MYC registered?

KP55 MYC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is KP55 MYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 MYC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KP55 MYC have outstanding finance?

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