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KU05 CWL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

110,576 mi
Last recorded110,576 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 CWL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2022 110,576 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play [rearmost] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 104,771 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 4 Mar 2020 102,236 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 98,876 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front BRAKE DISC BACKING PLATE SHIELD CORRODED

Rear REAR EXHAUST SUPPORT BRACKET CORRODED

Pass 22 Feb 2018 95,846 miles

Offside Front O/S/F BRAKE DUST SHIELD CORRODED

Rear REAR EXHAUST BRACKET CORRODED OFF

Pass 7 Mar 2017 90,409 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 83,544 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)

eml lamp on

Pass 9 Mar 2015 80,789 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 77,465 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2013 73,824 miles

Lower engine covers fitted

Slight freeplay in both front wheel bearings

Pass 23 Feb 2012 68,872 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 68,872 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 62,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

lower covers fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2011 62,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

lower covers fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2010 56,779 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 48,541 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 37,006 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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KU05 CWL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CWL, 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 KU05 CWL?

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What year was KU05 CWL registered?

KU05 CWL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is KU05 CWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 CWL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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