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KV55 LJK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,176 mi
Last recorded109,176 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV55 LJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 109,176 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 109,175 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm (ball joint pointing downwards) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (ball joint pointing upwards) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 99,552 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 87,441 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 77,085 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 64,849 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 55,395 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 48,858 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

engine oil low on dipstick

rear brake pads look low

Pass 2 Nov 2011 40,456 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 32,224 miles

osf tyre slightly distorted

Pass 20 Oct 2009 25,644 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 13,407 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 LJK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LJK, 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 LJK registered?

KV55 LJK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 November 2005.

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The MOT history for KV55 LJK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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