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CF05 DHU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,556 mi
Last recorded63,556 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF05 DHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 63,556 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 60,881 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 58,661 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 57,343 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 55,369 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 55,369 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 50,062 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 43,057 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 37,913 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 33,215 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 28,569 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 24,553 miles

Both rear tyres are worn towards the wear indicators

Pass 30 Jul 2008 20,366 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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CF05 DHU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CF05 DHU, 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 CF05 DHU registered?

CF05 DHU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is CF05 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF05 DHU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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