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BV55 GAA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,310 mi
Last recorded126,310 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 GAA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 126,310 miles

front pads getting low

n/s rear tyre app limit

Fail 4 Apr 2017 126,310 miles

Nearside rear brake binding and o/s park sticking on park light displayed (3.7.B.1)

front pads getting low

n/s rear tyre app limit

Pass 11 Apr 2016 120,946 miles

front axle discs showing signs of wear

Pass 27 Mar 2015 26,730 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 109,870 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 109,870 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 103,550 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 103,550 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 98,805 miles

rear ale tread app limit bars worn in centers of tread

Fail 30 Mar 2012 98,804 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

rear ale tread app limit bars worn in centers of tread

Fail 8 Apr 2011 91,982 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 91,982 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 84,854 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 76,780 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 72,535 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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BV55 GAA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV55 GAA, 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.

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What year was BV55 GAA registered?

BV55 GAA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is BV55 GAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 GAA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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