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BF55 YCC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,669 mi
Last recorded93,669 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 YCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 93,669 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 90,319 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 87,382 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 83,822 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 79,170 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 75,937 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 70,428 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 66,775 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 62,757 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 57,102 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 52,363 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 46,635 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 41,166 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 34,128 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 31,758 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 28,817 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 24,538 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 21,564 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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BF55 YCC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BF55 YCC, 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 BF55 YCC?

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What year was BF55 YCC registered?

BF55 YCC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BF55 YCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 YCC shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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