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BD55 ZZA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,624 mi
Last recorded144,624 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 ZZA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 144,624 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 137,438 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 137,426 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 130,595 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 130,595 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 122,098 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 112,995 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 104,505 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 95,794 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 91,727 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 67,053 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 48,212 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 48,212 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 ZZA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 BD55 ZZA, 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 ZZA registered?

BD55 ZZA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is BD55 ZZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 ZZA 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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