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FD55 YVG

2005 Mercedes-benz 320

Silver Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,038 mi
Last recorded46,038 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 32096,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 YVG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 46,038 miles

battery lights on

Fail 6 Aug 2025 46,038 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

battery lights on

Pass 23 Feb 2024 45,819 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2024 45,819 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 45,531 miles

both front tyres wearing from inside

Pass 17 Jan 2022 45,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jan 2021 39,072 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 31,632 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 19,923 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 16,680 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 12,319 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 10,002 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 8,354 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 7,276 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 6,334 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 5,286 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 4,385 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 3,371 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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FD55 YVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 320 in Silver with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 96,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD55 YVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD55 YVG registered?

FD55 YVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is FD55 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 YVG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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