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FE55 OWP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

224,236 mi
Last recorded224,236 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 OWP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 224,236 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 218,987 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 207,446 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 194,078 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 180,308 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 167,009 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 151,037 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 137,418 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 43,070 miles

rear antiroll bar corroded

Fail 9 Nov 2012 43,070 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear antiroll bar corroded

Pass 10 Nov 2011 112,515 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 104,498 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 92,678 miles

both h/lamp aims reset for test

front b/pads getting low and discs worn

Pass 31 Oct 2008 71,188 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FE55 OWP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FE55 OWP, 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.

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What year was FE55 OWP registered?

FE55 OWP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is FE55 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 OWP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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