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EA05 EEX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

69,964 mi
Last recorded69,964 miles
Recorded on3 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 EEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2014 69,964 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S Bonnet catch faulty

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 3 May 2014 69,964 miles

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

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

N/S Bonnet catch faulty

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 55,939 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 50,431 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 44,051 miles

rear number plate de laminating

Fail 21 Apr 2011 44,051 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

rear number plate de laminating

Pass 22 Apr 2010 38,538 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 33,263 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 33,263 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 28,756 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 28,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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EA05 EEX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EA05 EEX, 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.

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What year was EA05 EEX registered?

EA05 EEX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is EA05 EEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA05 EEX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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