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KV55 EJC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

128,964 mi
Last recorded128,964 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 128,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear SUSPENTION SUBFRAME HAS CORROSION

Fail 14 Aug 2018 128,944 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear SUSPENTION SUBFRAME HAS CORROSION

Pass 14 Jul 2017 119,626 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 119,621 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 107,756 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 96,104 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 83,151 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 70,437 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 70,431 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2012 59,580 miles

split in nearside front tyre side wall

Pass 5 Apr 2011 44,661 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 38,420 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 28,668 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 28,668 miles

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

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

Tracking

Fail 21 Oct 2008 19,784 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s front tyre has a slight chunk out of the outer side wall.

Pass 21 Oct 2008 19,784 miles

n/s front tyre has a slight chunk out of the outer side wall.

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 EJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EJC, 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

How do I check the history of KV55 EJC?

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What year was KV55 EJC registered?

KV55 EJC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is KV55 EJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV55 EJC shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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