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KV55 DHZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

136,575 mi
Last recorded136,575 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 DHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 136,575 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 133,188 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 127,432 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 127,432 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 114,855 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 99,135 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2022 99,135 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 83,239 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 83,239 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 76,143 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 71,914 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 71,857 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 67,304 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 60,073 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Jun 2016 53,332 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 46,555 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 39,797 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 May 2014 39,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre cracks in tread

offside front tyre cracks in tread

Pass 17 May 2013 34,232 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Inner wing trim fouling o/s/f wheel

Pass 24 May 2012 31,621 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2011 29,167 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 26,973 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 23,747 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 20,383 miles

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

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

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 DHZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 DHZ, 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 DHZ registered?

KV55 DHZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is KV55 DHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV55 DHZ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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