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BG55 AOT

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

93,719 mi
Last recorded93,719 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 AOT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2018 93,719 miles

Nearside Front Wheel repaired

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2017 90,192 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2016 86,119 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 18 Jan 2016 86,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2015 80,111 miles

Both front tyres have cracking to inner walls

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2014 74,183 miles

General surface corrosion to exhaust system in places.

Large plastic under tray fitted to under side of vehicle in places.Unable to inspect steering and suspension fully.

Pass 7 Jan 2013 66,732 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 7 Jan 2013 66,732 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 59,632 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 49,349 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

all brake discs in poor condition

Pass 5 Jan 2010 37,703 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 30,712 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 30,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BG55 AOT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol 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 BG55 AOT, 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 BG55 AOT registered?

BG55 AOT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is BG55 AOT safe to buy?

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