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KW05 HLF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,480 mi
Last recorded54,480 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 HLF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 54,480 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 51,136 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 48,222 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 45,661 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 42,798 miles

advise n/s/f tyre rim protector damaged

Pass 23 Jul 2013 40,217 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 37,912 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 33,952 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 30,205 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 30,183 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 25,245 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 20,371 miles

crack in offside rear light unit.

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 HLF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel 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 KW05 HLF, 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 HLF?

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What year was KW05 HLF registered?

KW05 HLF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is KW05 HLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 HLF 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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