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KR05 VDD

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,342 mi
Last recorded162,342 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 VDD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2013 162,342 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 143,916 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 125,449 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 111,298 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 86,303 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 61,945 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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KR05 VDD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VDD, 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 KR05 VDD registered?

KR05 VDD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is KR05 VDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 VDD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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