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BU05 EBX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

96,820 mi
Last recorded96,820 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 EBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 96,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 96,808 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 95,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

front tyres are different aspect ratio to rear 45 front / 40 rear

some components are hidden by protective covers

Pass 27 Jan 2022 93,097 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 93,094 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 88,943 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

some components are hidden by protective covers

Pass 10 Feb 2020 82,777 miles

some components are hidden by protective covers

Fail 7 Feb 2020 82,768 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

some components are hidden by protective covers

Pass 13 Feb 2019 77,012 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 77,007 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 75,340 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 73,810 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 72,874 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 71,709 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2014 68,251 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2013 65,202 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 61,154 miles

front brake disc,s rusty

Fail 27 Jan 2012 61,154 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front brake disc,s rusty

Pass 10 Jan 2011 56,106 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

some piting on discs front

Pass 1 Feb 2010 51,910 miles

Nearside and Offside rear discs corroded on inner surface

Pass 2 Feb 2009 47,964 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)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 34,312 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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BU05 EBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 BU05 EBX, 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 BU05 EBX registered?

BU05 EBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is BU05 EBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 EBX shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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