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LT05 KXO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,245 mi
Last recorded132,245 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 KXO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2019 132,245 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 132,245 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fail 10 Aug 2019 132,232 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 130,230 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 128,447 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 126,528 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 124,773 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 123,576 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 119,454 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 119,454 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 110,543 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 May 2011 102,965 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 93,034 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 83,101 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 74,176 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)

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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LT05 KXO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LT05 KXO, 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 LT05 KXO?

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What year was LT05 KXO registered?

LT05 KXO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LT05 KXO safe to buy?

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