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KW54 UWP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,822 mi
Last recorded68,822 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW54 UWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2023 68,822 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 65,841 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 62,820 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 60,606 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 59,019 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 56,765 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 52,564 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 50,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine

Undetrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2015 49,145 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre outer wall cut but not deep enough to reach the chords.

Pass 25 Jan 2014 47,044 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 44,936 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 39,910 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Inner Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 33,371 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 27,116 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2010 27,108 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2009 22,451 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 19,898 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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KW54 UWP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 UWP, 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 KW54 UWP?

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What year was KW54 UWP registered?

KW54 UWP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is KW54 UWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW54 UWP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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