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KW05 URB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,343 mi
Last recorded99,343 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 URB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 99,343 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 99,343 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 96,426 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 96,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 92,783 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 89,890 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 85,735 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 81,759 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 77,831 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 71,094 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 66,742 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2012 60,733 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 55,195 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 49,309 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 43,069 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 35,671 miles

nearside front tyre vedry low, and bold on inner edge. recommend replacement now.

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 URB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 URB, 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 URB registered?

KW05 URB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is KW05 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 URB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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