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DV05 WFP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,915 mi
Last recorded73,915 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 WFP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 73,915 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 71,742 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jun 2013 69,239 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 16,930 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 16,930 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 62,283 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 58,602 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 55,152 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 51,693 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 May 2008 48,357 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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DV05 WFP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DV05 WFP, 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 DV05 WFP registered?

DV05 WFP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is DV05 WFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 WFP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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