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BT05 CXX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

131,830 mi
Last recorded131,830 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 CXX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 131,830 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

engine oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2021 131,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear discs slightly rusty

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 18 May 2019 125,965 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 119,545 miles

both front headlamp discloured

Pass 6 May 2017 113,896 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 104,237 miles

under trays & covers obscuring some components

Pass 14 May 2015 86,653 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 77,371 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 May 2014 77,371 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 68,928 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 52,293 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 52,293 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 48,941 miles

Nsf tyre slightly bald on outer edge

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 42,699 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 40,008 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 May 2010 40,008 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 May 2009 32,504 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 20 May 2009 32,504 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 May 2008 24,965 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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BT05 CXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BT05 CXX, 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.

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What year was BT05 CXX registered?

BT05 CXX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 May 2005.

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