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DE55 XPR

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,003 mi
Last recorded94,003 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 XPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2019 94,003 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

did not lock on rear both service and hand brake

Pass 12 Oct 2018 89,527 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 86,170 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 79,840 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 74,496 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 70,326 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2013 65,484 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 60,523 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 56,821 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 46,222 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 34,829 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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DE55 XPR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DE55 XPR, 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 DE55 XPR registered?

DE55 XPR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is DE55 XPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 XPR shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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