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BG55 UVC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

66,413 mi
Last recorded66,413 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 UVC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2016 66,413 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 60,805 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 60,805 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2014 52,117 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 52,117 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 47,440 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 41,744 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 34,856 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,305 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 25,911 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 22,577 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 UVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UVC, 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 BG55 UVC?

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What year was BG55 UVC registered?

BG55 UVC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is BG55 UVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 UVC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG55 UVC have outstanding finance?

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