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BF05 HUY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

66,096 mi
Last recorded66,096 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 HUY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 66,096 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 64,558 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2024 63,011 miles

Offside mirror glass deteriorating

Fail 31 May 2024 63,011 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside mirror glass deteriorating

Pass 2 Jun 2023 60,988 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 58,843 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 56,027 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 52,291 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 50,188 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 49,118 miles

Rear exhaust hanger broken

Pass 27 Nov 2017 46,557 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 43,862 miles

Both rear tyres low on tread

n/s/f tyre outer edge low on tread

Pass 25 Nov 2015 41,303 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 39,158 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 35,637 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 36,514 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

child seat fitted

engine management light

Pass 16 Nov 2012 33,760 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

esp light on

Pass 15 Nov 2011 30,667 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 26,594 miles

ESP light on

Pass 11 Aug 2009 20,991 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 14,837 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 14,829 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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BF05 HUY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 HUY, 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

How do I check the history of BF05 HUY?

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What year was BF05 HUY registered?

BF05 HUY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is BF05 HUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 HUY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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