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KY55 BNX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

209,422 mi
Last recorded209,422 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY55 BNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 209,422 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 205,401 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 202,193 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 199,779 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 194,964 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 193,247 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 184,012 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 171,708 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 161,102 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 161,102 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 155,172 miles

n/s/r tyre approaching wearbands (worn @ 2mm)

n/s/r tyre scuffed on outer wall

Fail 12 Aug 2013 155,172 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

n/s/r tyre approaching wearbands (worn @ 2mm)

n/s/r tyre scuffed on outer wall

Pass 21 Aug 2012 146,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in both rear anti-roll bar drop links

Pass 25 Aug 2011 134,722 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 105,166 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 105,166 miles

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

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

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 65,356 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 105,352 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 64,529 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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KY55 BNX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KY55 BNX, 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 KY55 BNX?

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What year was KY55 BNX registered?

KY55 BNX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is KY55 BNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY55 BNX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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