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KS54 OGV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

92,748 mi
Last recorded92,748 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 OGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2025 92,748 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2025 92,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 84,794 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 77,074 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 75,632 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 72,769 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 72,768 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 70,310 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 67,751 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 63,707 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 60,505 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 56,289 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 51,898 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 45,799 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 41,432 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 36,682 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 32,081 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 27,102 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 22,692 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 22,689 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 16,916 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 16,911 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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KS54 OGV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KS54 OGV, 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 KS54 OGV?

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What year was KS54 OGV registered?

KS54 OGV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 February 2005.

Is KS54 OGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 OGV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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