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KR05 VDO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

163,055 mi
Last recorded163,055 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 VDO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 163,055 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 160,605 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 158,984 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 154,157 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 151,972 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 146,916 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 141,514 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front door mirror damaged

Offside Front tyre wearing inside edge

Rear tyres getting low

Fail 23 Oct 2018 141,514 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front door mirror damaged

Offside Front tyre wearing inside edge

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

Rear tyres getting low

Pass 26 Oct 2017 135,329 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 129,093 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 123,032 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 117,281 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 111,409 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 107,929 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 104,053 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 100,561 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 100,561 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 91,817 miles

advise wheels removed brake inspection

both front tyres,low tread outer edges

covers fitted to vehicle

exhaust,rattles noisy operation

front brake pads seem low front discs lipped

Pass 8 Jul 2008 64,326 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 VDO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 VDO, 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 VDO registered?

KR05 VDO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is KR05 VDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 VDO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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