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EN05 BYU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,798 mi
Last recorded30,798 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 BYU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 30,798 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2026 30,792 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Void of tread on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 20,564 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 20,212 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 19,653 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 19,147 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 18,684 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 18,671 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 17,860 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 16,894 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 16,068 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 16,068 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 15,187 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 13,951 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 12,996 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 12,996 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 12,218 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 12,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 11,427 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

offside front tyre cracking on outer edge

offside rear tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 7 Jul 2011 10,210 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 8,965 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 7,938 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 7,177 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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EN05 BYU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 EN05 BYU, 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 EN05 BYU registered?

EN05 BYU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is EN05 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 BYU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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