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DS05 HNS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

80,944 mi
Last recorded80,944 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 HNS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2021 80,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded On both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective X1 (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Oct 2021 79,851 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour ON BOTH SIDES (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded ON BOTHSIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective X1 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 61,915 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 48,680 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 44,203 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 42,003 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 38,849 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 35,245 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 31,997 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 28,760 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 24,213 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 21,585 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 18,376 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 15,705 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 13,067 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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DS05 HNS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DS05 HNS, 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 DS05 HNS registered?

DS05 HNS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DS05 HNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 HNS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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