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BK55 OEF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

108,262 mi
Last recorded108,262 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 OEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2016 108,262 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Has a cut (4.1.E.1)

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

anti-slip provision worn but not smooth

Fail 4 Jan 2016 108,262 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Can not be check (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Has a cut (4.1.E.1)

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

anti-slip provision worn but not smooth

Pass 29 Sep 2014 92,578 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 86,756 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 76,940 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 76,940 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 74,815 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 74,815 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 60,104 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 47,940 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 46,002 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 31,836 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 31,836 miles

Nearside Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BK55 OEF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BK55 OEF, 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 BK55 OEF registered?

BK55 OEF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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The MOT history for BK55 OEF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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