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KW05 BHL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

126,502 mi
Last recorded126,502 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 BHL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2018 126,502 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 126,502 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 117,530 miles

Nearside parking brake only just met required standard

Pass 5 Mar 2016 98,520 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 98,520 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 85,987 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 66,306 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 53,191 miles

covers/shields fitted to under body obsecuring view

Pass 11 Jul 2011 51,229 miles

front brakes worn

Pass 16 Jul 2010 44,972 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 44,942 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 37,501 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 29,374 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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KW05 BHL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KW05 BHL, 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 KW05 BHL registered?

KW05 BHL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is KW05 BHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 BHL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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