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EX55 XGO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,361 mi
Last recorded101,361 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 XGO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 101,361 miles

full underside of vehicle has age related corrosion

Pass 22 Mar 2025 95,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 90,594 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 81,088 miles

advice keep eye on front tyres outside edges

advice on further look at o/s/r hand brake

advice on slight foot brake travel

advice on slight lift at n/s/f lower ball joint and further look at slight movement at n/s/f and o/s/f very front suspension arm mountings

Pass 7 Jan 2022 76,892 miles

advice on front number plate

advice on further look at front lower suspension arm front bushes

advice on further look at rear brakes

advice on further look at rear hand brake both sides

advice on o/s/f mirror glass

advice on slight pitting at front to rear metal brake pipes at rear

Fail 7 Jan 2022 76,892 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

advice on front number plate

advice on further look at front lower suspension arm front bushes

advice on further look at rear brakes

advice on further look at rear hand brake both sides

advice on o/s/f mirror glass

advice on slight pitting at front to rear metal brake pipes at rear

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 70,632 miles

advice on front number plate

advice on further look at n/s/f track rod end and lower ball joint

advice on further look at rear hand brake both sides

advice on slight pitting at front to rear metal brake pipes at rear flexys

Fail 8 Dec 2020 70,632 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

advice on front number plate

advice on further look at n/s/f track rod end and lower ball joint

advice on further look at rear hand brake both sides

advice on slight pitting at front to rear metal brake pipes at rear flexys

Pass 8 May 2019 57,365 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure low nearside rear no visible puncture. Nitrogen filled

Pass 1 May 2018 50,006 miles

unable to check full length of front to rear brake pipes due to fuel tank and covers

under trays fitted

Fail 27 Apr 2018 50,002 miles

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

unable to check full length of front to rear brake pipes due to fuel tank and covers

under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2017 40,924 miles

slight wear on front brake discs

under trays fitted

Pass 12 May 2016 35,584 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 33,437 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2014 31,386 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 28,397 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 25,548 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 22,092 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 18,244 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 May 2009 12,337 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 8,655 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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EX55 XGO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EX55 XGO, 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 EX55 XGO?

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What year was EX55 XGO registered?

EX55 XGO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is EX55 XGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 XGO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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