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EN54 SWF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,194 mi
Last recorded144,194 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN54 SWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 144,194 miles

Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF/OSF (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 144,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF/OSF (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 135,001 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 135,001 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 128,039 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 114,777 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2014 114,777 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Front 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 25 Feb 2013 96,913 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 80,494 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 71,519 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 58,982 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 47,396 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 36,037 miles

catalyst converter broken up

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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EN54 SWF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EN54 SWF, 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 EN54 SWF?

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What year was EN54 SWF registered?

EN54 SWF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is EN54 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN54 SWF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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