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KR55 VWJ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,181 mi
Last recorded126,181 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR55 VWJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 126,181 miles

Alternator Belt Cracking and slight noise from Pulleys

Front Tyres and Nearside Rear Tyre 3mm and worn on edges.

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 115,834 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 105,120 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 94,679 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 94,679 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 19 Dec 2011 82,853 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 72,661 miles

front discs poor

nearside front and both rear tyres close to breakers

Pass 12 Dec 2009 64,608 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 64,608 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 58,613 miles

advise both rear tyres o/srear down too 1.6

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 VWJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VWJ, 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 KR55 VWJ registered?

KR55 VWJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is KR55 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR55 VWJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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