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KR54 FDV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

65,419 mi
Last recorded65,419 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR54 FDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 65,419 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 59,553 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 52,763 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 51,350 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 48,715 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 44,139 miles

Coil spring corroded Offside and Nearside rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension has corrosion.

Undertray fitted.

Fail 6 Feb 2021 44,139 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded Offside and Nearside rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear suspension has corrosion.

Undertray fitted.

Pass 8 Feb 2020 43,748 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 42,750 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Jan 2018 41,724 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 40,695 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 39,108 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 37,969 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 36,597 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 34,346 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 33,096 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 29,910 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 27,086 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 23,702 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 20,417 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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KR54 FDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KR54 FDV, 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 KR54 FDV registered?

KR54 FDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is KR54 FDV safe to buy?

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