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LT05 KXX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

115,408 mi
Last recorded115,408 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 115,408 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2020 107,703 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2020 101,943 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2018 88,342 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 77,290 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 77,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 66,664 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 61,458 miles

Offside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Nov 2014 52,412 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 44,782 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 36,809 miles

Off side front tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 26 Nov 2012 36,809 miles

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

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

Off side front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 30 Nov 2011 28,442 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 21,888 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 21,878 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 21,201 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 17,538 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 13,391 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 13,391 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 KXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 LT05 KXX, 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 LT05 KXX registered?

LT05 KXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is LT05 KXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 KXX 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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