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BG05 OYO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,266 mi
Last recorded123,266 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OYO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 123,266 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 May 2019 123,266 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 116,710 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 108,243 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 98,342 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear coil spring corroded both side (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 96,015 miles

EML on

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 93,366 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 91,115 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 91,115 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 82,598 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 73,024 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 73,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 25 Apr 2008 58,896 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 58,896 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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BG05 OYO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG05 OYO, 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.

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What year was BG05 OYO registered?

BG05 OYO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is BG05 OYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 OYO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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