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EN54 SZV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,643 mi
Last recorded149,643 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN54 SZV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 149,643 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front fog light lense broken

Nearside Front inner edge worn uneven

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Oct 2017 149,643 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front fog light lense broken

Nearside Front inner edge worn uneven

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 215,212 miles

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

rear tyres at 2.5mm

Pass 5 Dec 2014 127,273 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 123,546 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 120,263 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2013 120,238 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 117,523 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 114,242 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 110,787 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 104,869 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 97,744 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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EN54 SZV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EN54 SZV, 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 SZV?

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What year was EN54 SZV registered?

EN54 SZV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is EN54 SZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN54 SZV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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