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EY05 UEB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,728 mi
Last recorded40,728 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 UEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 40,728 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 40,728 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 35,473 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 35,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2023 28,671 miles

Front anti roll bar links creeking

Rear brake hoses creaking up slightly

Pass 11 Nov 2022 24,050 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 20,793 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 18,645 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 17,660 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 16,453 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 15,443 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 13,677 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 12,718 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 12,718 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 12,097 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 11,313 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 10,853 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 10,477 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 9,683 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 8,644 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 7,638 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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EY05 UEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 EY05 UEB, 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 EY05 UEB registered?

EY05 UEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is EY05 UEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 UEB 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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