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KV55 LHB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,049 mi
Last recorded60,049 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 LHB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 May 2014 60,049 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 55,017 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 48,694 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 40,721 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)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 34,957 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 25,054 miles

front tyre's wearing on shoulders

Pass 10 Jul 2008 12,698 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear brake discs corroded

nearside front brake disc corroded

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 LHB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LHB, 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 LHB?

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What year was KV55 LHB registered?

KV55 LHB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is KV55 LHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV55 LHB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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