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KY55 VUD

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

226,536 mi
Last recorded226,536 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY55 VUD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 226,536 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 226,536 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2016 89,901 miles

front brake discs slightly worn.

front tyres close to legal limit.

offside front suspension arm has slight play.

offside front wishbone bush has slight play.

Fail 4 May 2016 89,901 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake discs slightly worn.

front tyres close to legal limit.

offside front suspension arm has slight play.

offside front wishbone bush has slight play.

Pass 3 Sep 2014 192,070 miles

middle stop lamp do not work

Pass 10 Sep 2013 173,574 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 152,210 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 152,210 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 127,797 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 105,830 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2009 73,396 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 47,828 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 VUD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VUD, 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.

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What year was KY55 VUD registered?

KY55 VUD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is KY55 VUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY55 VUD shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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