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KP55 YMX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

175,924 mi
Last recorded175,924 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2018 175,924 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 166,479 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 164,881 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 164,881 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2016 162,530 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Nearside Front tyre has slight damage to sidewall

Pass 16 Apr 2015 159,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2014 156,436 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 154,962 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 152,843 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 149,085 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 135,808 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 106,027 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 YMX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YMX, 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 YMX registered?

KP55 YMX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is KP55 YMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP55 YMX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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