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KR05 BKK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,473 mi
Last recorded37,473 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 BKK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 37,473 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 36,614 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 35,901 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 34,863 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 33,784 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 33,784 miles

Nearside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine leaking onto exhaust system (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 32,719 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 32,719 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 31,741 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 30,441 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 29,461 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 28,084 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 28,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 26,612 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 24,548 miles

both front tyres are heavily perished advise replacment

Pass 17 Feb 2014 22,430 miles

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

both front tyres are heavily perished on the outer edges

Pass 6 Feb 2013 20,245 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 18,274 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 16,081 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 14,176 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 11,420 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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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KR05 BKK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 KR05 BKK, 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 KR05 BKK?

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What year was KR05 BKK registered?

KR05 BKK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is KR05 BKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 BKK shows 21 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.

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