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KV05 GXN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

143,701 mi
Last recorded143,701 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 GXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 143,701 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 140,850 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2017 140,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 129,231 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 118,063 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 106,319 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 96,005 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 84,332 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 73,526 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2010 63,129 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 50,916 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 36,879 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 GXN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GXN, 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 GXN registered?

KV05 GXN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 April 2005.

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The MOT history for KV05 GXN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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