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KV55 HAU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

89,134 mi
Last recorded89,134 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 HAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 89,134 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 81,603 miles

both sides rear tyres worn

Pass 13 Mar 2017 70,748 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 52,917 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 52,467 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 94 Y (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/17 W (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/17 W (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyres slightly cracking through treads

Pass 12 Feb 2015 47,199 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear coil springs obscurred by rear suspension arms

Pass 24 Feb 2014 43,982 miles

plastic undertrays fitted to length of vehicle

various marks to body & wheels

Fail 15 Feb 2014 43,900 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

plastic undertrays fitted to length of vehicle

rear brake pads appear low

various marks to body & wheels

Pass 23 Feb 2013 39,223 miles

exhaust slight corrosion

rear road springs obstructed by lower arms

undertrays fitted to vehicle

various marks and scratches vehicle and wheels

Pass 2 Mar 2012 34,544 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2011 27,935 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 27,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 26,511 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 20,990 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 18,378 miles

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

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)

Offside Front 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 HAU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HAU, 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 HAU registered?

KV55 HAU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is KV55 HAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV55 HAU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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