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KU05 YTJ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

50,906 mi
Last recorded50,906 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 YTJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 50,906 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 50,906 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 50,696 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 49,696 miles

Advise tracking

Front tyres badly worn on edges

Pass 11 Jul 2014 48,239 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 46,133 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 43,420 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 40,344 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 34,663 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 34,385 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 29,766 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 23,240 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 16,583 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 YTJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YTJ, 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 YTJ?

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What year was KU05 YTJ registered?

KU05 YTJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is KU05 YTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU05 YTJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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