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KU05 UNW

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,680 mi
Last recorded125,680 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 UNW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2016 125,680 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 118,531 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 135,432 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 110,601 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 86,294 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 86,272 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 17 Jan 2011 61,715 miles

N/S wing mirror slightly loose

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/S/R tyre has cut in sidewall but not to cords

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 15 Jan 2011 61,673 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

N/S wing mirror slightly loose

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/S/R tyre has cut in sidewall but not to cords

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 22 Dec 2009 34,012 miles

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

larger size tyres fitted to rear than front

Pass 23 Dec 2008 30,053 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 24,141 miles

offside front tyre worn low on outer edge.

Fail 3 Mar 2008 24,141 miles

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

offside front tyre worn low on outer edge.

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 UNW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UNW, 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 UNW?

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What year was KU05 UNW registered?

KU05 UNW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is KU05 UNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 UNW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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