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FG55 OLN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

188,431 mi
Last recorded188,431 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 OLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 188,431 miles

brake pipes corroded

flexies perishing

Pass 20 Sep 2017 180,520 miles

o/s/f lower front suspension arm has slight play and bush perishing

Fail 18 Sep 2017 180,516 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f lower front suspension arm has slight play and bush perishing

Fail 13 Sep 2017 180,505 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front bush. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

shields fitted unable to fully inspect.

slight brake judder front brakes.

various rear brake pipes signs of corrosion.

Pass 19 Sep 2016 170,617 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front tyre smooth inner edge

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 161,059 miles

front brakes worn

front tyres 2mm inner edge

Pass 20 Aug 2014 157,034 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 151,765 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 146,860 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Aug 2011 142,593 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyre's beining to wear low on outer tread

Pass 6 Aug 2010 136,833 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 126,655 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 100,568 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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FG55 OLN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FG55 OLN, 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 FG55 OLN registered?

FG55 OLN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is FG55 OLN safe to buy?

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