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A11 BEB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,150 mi
Last recorded55,150 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 BEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 55,150 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 48,901 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

sill covers

Fail 28 Oct 2019 48,898 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

sill covers

Pass 15 Oct 2018 47,043 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 47,043 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 44,896 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 42,022 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 38,869 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 38,869 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 35,638 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 35,638 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 31,984 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 28,495 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 25,062 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 18,742 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 14,891 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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A11 BEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A11 BEB, 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 A11 BEB registered?

A11 BEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is A11 BEB safe to buy?

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