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BT54 ETD

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

167,675 mi
Last recorded167,675 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 ETD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 167,675 miles

park brake needs adjustment

Pass 26 May 2018 159,447 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 153,063 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 148,609 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 142,402 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 136,229 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 129,792 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2012 119,268 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 104,839 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 93,436 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2010 93,436 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 82,988 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 79,800 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 70,169 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2007 70,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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BT54 ETD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BT54 ETD, 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 BT54 ETD?

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What year was BT54 ETD registered?

BT54 ETD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is BT54 ETD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT54 ETD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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