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BD05 FOK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,698 mi
Last recorded100,698 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 FOK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 100,698 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 100,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 99,589 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 141,796 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 82,253 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 2 Jul 2013 78,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jul 2013 78,526 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 69,810 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 69,810 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2011 60,205 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

off side front tyre has cut but not to the cordes

Pass 15 Jun 2010 51,625 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 42,469 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 13 Jun 2008 32,961 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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BD05 FOK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BD05 FOK, 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 BD05 FOK registered?

BD05 FOK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is BD05 FOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 FOK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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