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KS54 HPX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

247,090 mi
Last recorded247,090 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 HPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 247,090 miles

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 229,227 miles

Engine covers fitted

Rattle from engine/gearbox area

Under trays fitted

Fail 7 Sep 2016 229,227 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Non alloy arm (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted

Rattle from engine/gearbox area

Under trays fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2016 220,134 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 133,734 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 122,861 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 114,929 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 106,111 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 106,110 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 96,307 miles

both handbrakes binding on

Fail 11 Jan 2011 96,307 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both handbrakes binding on

Pass 13 Nov 2009 78,862 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 78,795 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Dec 2008 71,891 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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KS54 HPX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS54 HPX, 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 KS54 HPX registered?

KS54 HPX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 January 2005.

Is KS54 HPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 HPX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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