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KU55 XMC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

104,386 mi
Last recorded104,386 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 XMC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 104,386 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 104,186 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 93,743 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 93,743 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 74,444 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 62,184 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 62,184 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 59,735 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 59,735 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 57,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake application slightly uneven

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Dec 2011 547,881 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 54,881 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 51,709 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Dec 2009 46,263 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 43,685 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 32,031 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 XMC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XMC, 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.

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What year was KU55 XMC registered?

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

Is KU55 XMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU55 XMC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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