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KU55 UGZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

125,282 mi
Last recorded125,282 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 UGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2022 125,282 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 115,245 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 106,931 miles

Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 99,560 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 99,560 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 80,543 miles

brake pad warning light on

Fail 24 Mar 2018 80,532 miles

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

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin look low - requires wheels removed (3.5.1g)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 7 Oct 2016 61,002 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres getting low

windscreen chipped

Pass 10 Aug 2015 53,054 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 53,054 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 48,972 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 45,233 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 40,255 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 35,862 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 31,791 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 27,709 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 23,278 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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KU55 UGZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KU55 UGZ, 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 KU55 UGZ registered?

KU55 UGZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is KU55 UGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU55 UGZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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