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KY55 ODJ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

157,529 mi
Last recorded157,529 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 157,529 miles

Covers restrict view of some components

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Pass at time of test (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust bracket missing

Fail 8 Oct 2021 157,482 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Covers restrict view of some components

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Pass at time of test (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust bracket missing

Pass 6 Oct 2020 142,969 miles

Full undertrays

Pass 2 Oct 2019 132,976 miles

Full undertrays

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 120,767 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 114,350 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 102,818 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 90,395 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 77,947 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 71,831 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 60,512 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 51,831 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 51,831 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 50,425 miles

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

unable to check front to rear brake pipes due to factory fitted undertrays

Pass 13 Dec 2010 41,560 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 32,982 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 32,280 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 32,066 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 23,395 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 ODJ 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 84.2%.

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 ODJ, 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 KY55 ODJ registered?

KY55 ODJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is KY55 ODJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY55 ODJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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