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KU55 WDP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,123 mi
Last recorded56,123 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 WDP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 56,123 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 53,518 miles

front brake hoses perishing

Pass 11 Sep 2015 51,945 miles

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 10 Sep 2014 50,267 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 47,820 miles

slite damage to near side front tre

slite play off side stearing arm

Pass 19 Sep 2012 43,033 miles

slight damage to both front tyre side walls

Pass 12 Sep 2011 39,098 miles

N/S/F TYRE OUTER TREAD LOW

Pass 29 Sep 2010 30,426 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 22,378 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 22,378 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

n/s/f tyre damage to outer wall but not down to cords

Fail 24 Sep 2008 18,473 miles

Nearside Rear 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 24 Sep 2008 18,473 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 WDP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WDP, 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 WDP?

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What year was KU55 WDP registered?

KU55 WDP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is KU55 WDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU55 WDP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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