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CP55 MMA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

33,220 mi
Last recorded33,220 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 MMA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2013 33,220 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Dec 2013 33,220 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 29,843 miles

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

Next to rear exhaust mount broken but system still supported.

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 25,625 miles

Rear exhaust mount broken.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 22,044 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Dec 2010 22,044 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 18,309 miles

Rear number plate starting to de-laminate.

Fail 7 Dec 2009 18,305 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear number plate starting to de-laminate.

Fail 8 Dec 2008 13,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 13,939 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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CP55 MMA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 CP55 MMA, 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 CP55 MMA registered?

CP55 MMA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is CP55 MMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 MMA shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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