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BK55 YXF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,394 mi
Last recorded130,394 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 YXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 130,394 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 118,671 miles

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

coil springs corroded

front tyres cut in tread

plastic trims covering rear lower suspension arms

rear metal brake pipes corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2022 118,667 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

coil springs corroded

front tyres cut in tread

plastic trims covering rear lower suspension arms

rear metal brake pipes corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2021 113,669 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

metal brake pipes starting to corrode

n/s/r tyre wearing to markers with cuts in tread

o/s/r tyre numerous deep cuts in tread

Pass 15 Jun 2020 102,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 88,635 miles

coil springs corroded

front number plate deteriorated

metal brake pipes corroded

slight fluctuation on front brakes

Pass 1 Jun 2018 74,609 miles

front tyres wearing unevenly on edges

indicators becoming pale

Pass 15 May 2017 60,471 miles

indicator bulbs becoming pale

metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 15 May 2017 60,471 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

indicator bulbs becoming pale

metal brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 1 Jun 2016 47,834 miles

rear indicators becoming pale

Pass 28 May 2015 38,838 miles

Front tyres slightly worn on inner and outer edges

Nearside front tyre has cuts to outer side wall

Fail 28 May 2015 38,838 miles

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

Front tyres slightly worn on inner and outer edges

Nearside front tyre has cuts to outer side wall

Pass 13 Jun 2014 32,173 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 30,772 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front top shock absorber bearings becoming stiff

both wipers slightly smearing screen

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside rear indicator slightly discoloured

Pass 17 Sep 2012 27,972 miles

WIPERS STARTING TO SMEAR SCREEN

Pass 22 Sep 2011 25,475 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 22,206 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres edges worn to 3mm

Pass 22 Sep 2009 19,039 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 16,185 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 16,185 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 YXF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BK55 YXF, 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 YXF registered?

BK55 YXF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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