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MV55 KUE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

165,768 mi
Last recorded165,768 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 KUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2022 165,768 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 159,439 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 156,787 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 152,074 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2018 150,060 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Aug 2017 148,439 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 146,967 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 144,094 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 138,460 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 132,589 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 126,718 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 126,718 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 111,627 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 104,778 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 97,545 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 81,433 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 81,433 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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MV55 KUE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 MV55 KUE, 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 MV55 KUE registered?

MV55 KUE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is MV55 KUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 KUE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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