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EF55 YLG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,982 mi
Last recorded99,982 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 YLG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 99,982 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 98,677 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 96,425 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 94,259 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 94,259 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 92,136 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 90,347 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 88,924 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 86,778 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 84,551 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 85,304 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 80,218 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 80,218 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 78,302 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 78,302 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 75,749 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 73,363 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 70,859 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 68,359 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 46,117 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 26,623 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 26,623 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise on n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

advise on condition of n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge.

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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EF55 YLG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EF55 YLG, 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

How do I check the history of EF55 YLG?

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What year was EF55 YLG registered?

EF55 YLG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is EF55 YLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 YLG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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