2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2.7L Diesel · KM05 CXY
2005 Mercedes-Benz E (2.7L, diesel). First registered 26 May 2005. Recorded mileage 185,267 miles. MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 185,267 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KM05 CXY Key Findings
- 25 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/09/2025
- 185,267 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (25 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KM05 CXY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (KM05 CXY) between May 2008 and September 2025.
The record contains 18 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 06 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (25 issues), Tyres (15 issues), Suspension (13 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 41 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Brake performance unable to be tested Due to further damage to brake pipe. (1.2.1 (g))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))”.
KM05 CXY Mileage History
- 19/05/200825,018 mi
- 19/05/200930,206 mi+5,188 mi
- 10/05/201036,562 mi+6,356 mi
- 11/05/201036,562 mi
- 04/05/201143,939 mi+7,377 mi
- 10/05/201250,297 mi+6,358 mi
- 14/05/201354,653 mi+4,356 mi
- 22/04/201457,929 mi+3,276 mi
- 21/05/201563,204 mi+5,275 mi
- 21/05/201563,203 mi-1 mi
- 06/06/201670,491 mi+7,288 mi
- 16/06/201670,894 mi+403 mi
- 17/06/201790,187 mi+19,293 mi
- 14/06/2018110,078 mi+19,891 mi
- 15/06/2019125,290 mi+15,212 mi
- 17/06/2019125,309 mi+19 mi
- 04/07/2020136,296 mi+10,987 mi
- 10/07/2021146,435 mi+10,139 mi
- 17/07/2021146,587 mi+152 mi
- 12/09/2022158,226 mi+11,639 mi
- 08/09/2023170,598 mi+12,372 mi
- 18/09/2023170,788 mi+190 mi
- 18/09/2024176,962 mi+6,174 mi
- 25/09/2024176,972 mi+10 mi
- 06/09/2025185,267 mi+8,295 mi
Average of roughly 9,263 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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