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KY55 XRV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,488 mi
Last recorded138,488 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY55 XRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 138,488 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Under trays fitted front to rear

Fail 11 Jul 2022 138,372 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Under trays fitted front to rear

Pass 14 Jun 2021 132,957 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 131,137 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 126,583 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 126,583 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 121,907 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 116,733 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 110,096 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 103,859 miles

front brake pads appear worn, unable to see clearly

offside front wheel bearing noisy

Pass 16 Jun 2014 94,696 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 83,494 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 74,772 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 62,909 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 54,430 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 43,321 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2008 42,583 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 XRV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XRV, 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 XRV registered?

KY55 XRV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is KY55 XRV safe to buy?

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