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KU55 UKD

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

82,915 mi
Last recorded82,915 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 UKD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2022 82,915 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 82,915 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 81,534 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2021 81,534 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 80,462 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Feb 2020 80,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 79,377 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Feb 2018 77,929 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut on outer sidewall but cords not exposed

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

under-trays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2017 76,127 miles

damage to front number plate

damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2016 74,177 miles

beam setter set to zero

damage to front number plate

damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

engine cover fitted

slight corrosion on rear brake discs

undertray fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2014 68,972 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 63,985 miles

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

brake inspection

Pass 15 Jul 2011 58,069 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 58,062 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 52,911 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 40,284 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 29,135 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 UKD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UKD, 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 KU55 UKD?

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What year was KU55 UKD registered?

KU55 UKD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is KU55 UKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU55 UKD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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