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KW05 HKV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,414 mi
Last recorded108,414 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 HKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 108,414 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 102,718 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 101,243 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 96,841 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 92,074 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 88,574 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 85,786 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 83,471 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 83,471 miles

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 72,752 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 68,299 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 68,299 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 67,974 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 66,895 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 64,959 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 62,971 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 55,161 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 55,161 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 46,115 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear shock absorber dust cover incomplete.

unable to check fuel and brake lines due to under vehicle covers

Pass 7 Jul 2009 36,947 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 28,158 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Rear 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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KW05 HKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KW05 HKV, 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 KW05 HKV?

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What year was KW05 HKV registered?

KW05 HKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is KW05 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 HKV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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