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EU55 OPX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,338 mi
Last recorded99,338 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 OPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 99,338 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 84,680 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 84,680 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 79,705 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 79,524 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 79,303 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 78,927 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 78,393 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 77,898 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 77,530 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 77,530 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 77,143 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 75,684 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 75,684 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 73,080 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 70,945 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 67,510 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 67,510 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 63,354 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 61,228 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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EU55 OPX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EU55 OPX, 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 EU55 OPX registered?

EU55 OPX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is EU55 OPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 OPX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU55 OPX have outstanding finance?

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