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EO05 RUV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,586 mi
Last recorded82,586 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 RUV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 82,586 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 79,474 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 79,474 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 76,935 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 73,458 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 69,476 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 66,347 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 57,903 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 49,562 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 42,225 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 35,479 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 27,605 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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EO05 RUV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EO05 RUV, 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 EO05 RUV?

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What year was EO05 RUV registered?

EO05 RUV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is EO05 RUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 RUV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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