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AX05 AUY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,659 mi
Last recorded110,659 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 AUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 110,659 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 99,070 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 90,593 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 10 Mar 2017 90,593 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2016 75,497 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 61,504 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 61,504 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2014 48,956 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 40,827 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 34,144 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 29,201 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 25,036 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 25,036 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2009 20,617 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 15,658 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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AX05 AUY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX05 AUY, 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 AX05 AUY registered?

AX05 AUY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is AX05 AUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 AUY shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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