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AU05 STX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,965 mi
Last recorded57,965 miles
Recorded on21 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 STX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 May 2014 57,965 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 50,587 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 46,353 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 46,164 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 40,797 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 34,615 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 20,288 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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AU05 STX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AU05 STX, 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 AU05 STX?

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What year was AU05 STX registered?

AU05 STX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AU05 STX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 STX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU05 STX have outstanding finance?

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