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BL55 DHY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,890 mi
Last recorded94,890 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 DHY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2018 94,890 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 92,104 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 85,401 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 83,118 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 78,859 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 74,783 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jul 2012 65,385 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 56,209 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 46,863 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 33,692 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 24,020 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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BL55 DHY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL55 DHY, 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 BL55 DHY registered?

BL55 DHY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is BL55 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 DHY shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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