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KW54 BYG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

143,576 mi
Last recorded143,576 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW54 BYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 143,576 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2013 133,271 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jul 2012 116,875 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 104,980 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 104,978 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 92,625 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 80,834 miles

ADVICE. both front tyres worn on edges.

Pass 21 Jul 2008 65,642 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 60,320 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 60,320 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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KW54 BYG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KW54 BYG, 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 KW54 BYG registered?

KW54 BYG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is KW54 BYG safe to buy?

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