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BF05 HRP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

135,216 mi
Last recorded135,216 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 HRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 135,216 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 125,781 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 118,333 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 116,070 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2013 116,070 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 106,050 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 94,435 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 78,699 miles

Full Under Vehicle Inspection Not Done Due To Cover Fitted Front To Rear

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 61,637 miles

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

Fail 24 Jul 2009 61,637 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 45,049 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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BF05 HRP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BF05 HRP, 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 BF05 HRP registered?

BF05 HRP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is BF05 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 HRP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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