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KP55 MYS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,111 mi
Last recorded114,111 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 114,111 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 108,438 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 102,247 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 98,167 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 93,251 miles

Nearside Rear 1/4 PANEL has bodywork

Nearside Rear coil-spring has signs of corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle under-body has signs of corrosion

Fail 9 Dec 2021 93,224 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect ***BOTH SIDES*** (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear 1/4 PANEL has bodywork

Nearside Rear coil-spring has signs of corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle under-body has signs of corrosion

Pass 14 Dec 2020 88,467 miles

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

coil springs corroded

Fail 3 Dec 2020 88,409 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

coil springs corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2019 84,322 miles

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

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

Service light on in dash

Fail 3 Dec 2019 84,322 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 78,984 miles

Front both sides headlamp adjustors wearing

Fail 3 Dec 2018 78,976 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 73,542 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 66,176 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 5,247 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 52,735 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 47,272 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 41,948 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 35,660 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 28,882 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 23,406 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 16,104 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

front tyres perishing on edges

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 MYS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 KP55 MYS, 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 KP55 MYS registered?

KP55 MYS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is KP55 MYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 MYS 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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