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KV05 TGU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,846 mi
Last recorded145,846 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 145,846 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Fail 17 Dec 2024 145,846 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Pass 4 Dec 2023 144,426 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2023 144,426 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rearward (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 133,117 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2022 133,117 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 120,760 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 106,470 miles

Aux belt badly cracked / perished.

Both brake back plates badly rusted -part missing (front)

Fail 5 Nov 2020 106,134 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both front brake back plates badly coroded / part missing.

Pass 31 Mar 2020 103,305 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

front brake disc bake plate corroded

outer sill covers and under trays obscuring some under side components

Pass 11 Apr 2019 97,482 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 93,411 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 87,968 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 82,060 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 74,798 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 69,126 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 61,208 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 53,485 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 45,465 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 38,093 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 30,299 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 21,824 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 TGU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 TGU, 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 TGU registered?

KV05 TGU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is KV05 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 TGU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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