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BG55 UOV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

117,937 mi
Last recorded117,937 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 UOV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 117,937 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 111,011 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 76,650 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 76,650 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 90,742 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 81,824 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 75,421 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 71,169 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 109,726 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 109,720 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 109,695 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 80,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 80,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 53,822 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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BG55 UOV 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 78.6%.

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 UOV, 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 UOV registered?

BG55 UOV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is BG55 UOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 UOV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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