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KV05 CVA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

169,892 mi
Last recorded169,892 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 CVA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2021 169,892 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 145,673 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 126,743 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 123,512 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 123,512 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 117,625 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 110,376 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2013 103,362 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 103,362 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 95,319 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2011 88,329 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 82,475 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 73,492 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 59,942 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 40,275 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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KV05 CVA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KV05 CVA, 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 KV05 CVA registered?

KV05 CVA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is KV05 CVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 CVA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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