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KS54 PBO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,304 mi
Last recorded105,304 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 PBO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 105,304 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 99,753 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 96,355 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 90,488 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 84,218 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 77,512 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 72,400 miles

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

front discs slighty pitted

Fail 6 Jul 2010 72,390 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 66,821 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 59,221 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 58,401 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008

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

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 PBO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PBO, 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 KS54 PBO registered?

KS54 PBO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 February 2005.

Is KS54 PBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 PBO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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