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BD55 ZYX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

71,499 mi
Last recorded71,499 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 ZYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 71,499 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 71,466 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 66,229 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Body component slightly loose Headlight (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 66,220 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Body component slightly loose Headlight (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 57,780 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 50,251 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 48,715 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside repeater lens cracked

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 48,715 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside repeater lens cracked

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 47,364 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 47,364 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 47,190 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 46,137 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 44,096 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 42,658 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 42,155 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 41,665 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 40,268 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 38,317 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 3 Nov 2012 37,610 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 36,971 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2010 36,254 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 33,176 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 30,175 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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BD55 ZYX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 BD55 ZYX, 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 BD55 ZYX registered?

BD55 ZYX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is BD55 ZYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 ZYX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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