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KW05 XSX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,003 mi
Last recorded100,003 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW05 XSX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 100,003 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

subframe rear, brake pipe, suspension components corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2024 96,184 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 90,532 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 85,991 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 77,278 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 77,375 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 69,277 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 61,637 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 51,866 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 31,315 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 41,359 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 40,640 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 40,641 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 39,860 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 38,985 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 38,985 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 37,971 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 36,215 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 34,923 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 32,653 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 26,472 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 XSX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XSX, 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 XSX registered?

KW05 XSX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is KW05 XSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW05 XSX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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