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KS05 PZY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

140,086 mi
Last recorded140,086 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 PZY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 140,086 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 123,429 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 123,390 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 111,257 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 105,105 miles

Offside wing mirror glass deteriorated.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

top and bottom covers fitted obscuring components.

Pass 7 Jun 2017 101,101 miles

small chip in windscreen

Fail 6 Jun 2017 101,101 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

small chip in windscreen

Pass 6 Jun 2016 96,016 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres cracking on outer edges of tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

chip in windscreen

Fail 6 Jun 2016 96,016 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres cracking on outer edges of tread

chip in windscreen

Pass 6 Jun 2015 95,857 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Chips on windscreen.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 95,857 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Chips on windscreen.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Dec 2013 89,138 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2012 122,396 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 64,858 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 52,096 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 23 Jun 2009 34,250 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 27,170 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KS05 PZY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KS05 PZY, 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 KS05 PZY registered?

KS05 PZY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is KS05 PZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 PZY shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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