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KW05 XBB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

66,501 mi
Last recorded66,501 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 XBB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 66,501 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 58,441 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 48,925 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 42,306 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 41,747 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 41,134 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 40,692 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 39,226 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 37,916 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 37,916 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 37,316 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 36,952 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and cracking (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 36,109 miles

both rear tyres cracked / deteriorated

Pass 23 Mar 2015 35,138 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 33,495 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre cut but not showing cords

Pass 28 Mar 2013 32,094 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 32,094 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 30,853 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 28,869 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 27,284 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 24,844 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 22,275 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 22,273 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 XBB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 XBB, 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 XBB?

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What year was KW05 XBB registered?

KW05 XBB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is KW05 XBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 XBB shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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