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KY05 HKA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

87,213 mi
Last recorded87,213 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY05 HKA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2022 87,213 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 86,801 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 86,262 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 85,148 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 83,745 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 82,237 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 80,854 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 77,551 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 73,767 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 69,763 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 66,464 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 61,992 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 52,545 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 52,541 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 43,007 miles

o/s & n/s/f tyres worn on outside edges

Pass 13 Aug 2008 29,423 miles

offside front bottom ball joint gaiter split

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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KY05 HKA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KY05 HKA, 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 KY05 HKA registered?

KY05 HKA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is KY05 HKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY05 HKA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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