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BB05 SAN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

185,309 mi
Last recorded185,309 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB05 SAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2019 185,309 miles

Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 179,504 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 174,600 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 164,144 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 3 Nov 2014 157,250 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2013 152,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2012 145,495 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Nov 2011 137,578 miles

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

large sump & under body covers fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2011 137,578 miles

large sump & under body covers fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2010 109,527 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 109,527 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 108,272 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 107,955 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 107,955 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BB05 SAN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BB05 SAN, 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 BB05 SAN registered?

BB05 SAN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is BB05 SAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB05 SAN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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