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KU05 CVF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

90,369 mi
Last recorded90,369 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 CVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2016 90,369 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 82,303 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 72,877 miles

nearside tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre severely worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Aug 2013 61,872 miles

rear child seat fitted preventing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Aug 2012 52,654 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 42,272 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 40,083 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 33,350 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2009 33,349 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 22,439 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

underside not checked because of under trays.

Fail 6 Jun 2008 22,435 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

underside not checked because of under trays.

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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KU05 CVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 KU05 CVF, 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 KU05 CVF registered?

KU05 CVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is KU05 CVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 CVF shows 11 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.

Does KU05 CVF have outstanding finance?

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