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KW05 WZX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,861 mi
Last recorded48,861 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 WZX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2026 48,861 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 48,379 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 47,977 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 47,225 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 46,555 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 45,465 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 45,452 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 43,864 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 41,854 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 40,873 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 38,628 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 35,953 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 34,782 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Plastic sill trim covers fitted.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jul 2013 33,025 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 32,151 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 30,515 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 27,130 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 23,964 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 20,260 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 WZX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WZX, 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 WZX?

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What year was KW05 WZX registered?

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

Is KW05 WZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 WZX shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KW05 WZX have outstanding finance?

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