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KX05 YJW

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,834 mi
Last recorded111,834 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 YJW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2017 111,834 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 109,681 miles

Front under tray fitted/engine cover

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened sub/frame (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 18 Feb 2016 109,681 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front under tray fitted/engine cover

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened sub/frame (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 107,867 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 106,710 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 104,792 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 102,157 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 102,157 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 20 May 2010 100,285 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 98,906 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 23 May 2009 98,905 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 95,228 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 71,584 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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KX05 YJW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KX05 YJW, 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 KX05 YJW registered?

KX05 YJW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2005.

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The MOT history for KX05 YJW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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