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BV05 XRX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,923 mi
Last recorded51,923 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 XRX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 51,923 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 49,160 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 47,503 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 45,149 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 43,577 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 42,829 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 40,435 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 38,112 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 35,492 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 31,434 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 67,774 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 27,161 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 25,378 miles

n/s/front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 11 Feb 2013 23,915 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 22,029 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 19,846 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 17,872 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 15,471 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 12,484 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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BV05 XRX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BV05 XRX, 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 XRX registered?

BV05 XRX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is BV05 XRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 XRX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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