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BV05 VPC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,559 mi
Last recorded92,559 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 VPC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 92,559 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear with ball joint facing up (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 91,214 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 86,471 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 86,471 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 78,681 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Apr 2014 72,693 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 67,455 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2012 63,181 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 54,758 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 47,142 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 39,810 miles

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

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 13 Feb 2009 39,810 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 22 Feb 2008 31,465 miles

o/s/sf tyre worn outside edge.

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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BV05 VPC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BV05 VPC, 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 BV05 VPC registered?

BV05 VPC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is BV05 VPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 VPC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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