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KV55 DGZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

102,093 mi
Last recorded102,093 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 DGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 102,093 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 100,990 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 99,857 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2023 98,884 miles

Surface corrosion on suspension and braking components

Pass 31 May 2022 98,037 miles

Surface corrosion on braking & suspension components

Pass 10 Jun 2021 96,984 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 95,762 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 94,028 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 91,861 miles

Under trya's

Pass 22 May 2017 89,635 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 84,806 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 74,859 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 65,942 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 57,256 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 47,860 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 47,856 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 43,837 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 35,972 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 28,961 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 21,671 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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KV55 DGZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KV55 DGZ, 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 KV55 DGZ registered?

KV55 DGZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is KV55 DGZ safe to buy?

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