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KR55 JTV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

119,015 mi
Last recorded119,015 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 JTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 119,015 miles

play in lower steering column bush

Pass 22 Aug 2017 108,455 miles

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

under trays fitted

Fail 21 Aug 2017 108,441 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2016 100,305 miles

centre exhaust hanger insecure

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2015 92,466 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 83,700 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 75,076 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 67,903 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 61,536 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 57,830 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 53,049 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 45,600 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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KR55 JTV 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 91.7%.

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 KR55 JTV, 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.

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What year was KR55 JTV registered?

KR55 JTV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is KR55 JTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 JTV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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