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BU05 PDX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

44,049 mi
Last recorded44,049 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 44,049 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 43,813 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 14 May 2020 43,126 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 29 May 2019 41,851 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 27 Mar 2018 40,480 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jul 2017 39,962 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2016 38,150 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 36,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jun 2015 36,351 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 32,921 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 29,753 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 27,074 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 24,224 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 20,920 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 17,476 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 13,078 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 13,078 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 PDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PDX, 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 PDX registered?

BU05 PDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is BU05 PDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 PDX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU05 PDX have outstanding finance?

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