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KR55 KTE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,143 mi
Last recorded108,143 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 KTE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 108,143 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 87,431 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 70,221 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 70,221 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 52,937 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 35,240 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 32,432 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 26,662 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 26,013 miles

Nail in nearside 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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KR55 KTE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KTE, 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 KR55 KTE?

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What year was KR55 KTE registered?

KR55 KTE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is KR55 KTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 KTE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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