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KW05 LPC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,673 mi
Last recorded80,673 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 LPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 80,673 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear wiper torn

Fail 12 Aug 2019 80,649 miles

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear wiper torn

Pass 1 Aug 2018 77,146 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear wiper torn

engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 30 Jul 2018 77,128 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear wiper torn

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2017 73,021 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 8 Jul 2016 60,804 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 58,687 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 58,687 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 55,771 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 51,982 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2013 51,940 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 48,181 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 44,498 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 39,746 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 34,415 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 26,934 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 LPC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LPC, 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 LPC?

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What year was KW05 LPC registered?

KW05 LPC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is KW05 LPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 LPC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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