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FG55 SZD

2005 Mercedes-benz C 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

145,586 mi
Last recorded145,586 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C 32089,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 SZD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 145,586 miles

Nearside Wiper smears slightly

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Washer inoperative

Fail 19 Jun 2017 145,586 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint Rear (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Wiper smears slightly

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Washer inoperative

Pass 27 Jun 2016 133,723 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2016 133,723 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 117,071 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 117,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 106,443 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s front tyre split on the sidewall

Fail 15 Mar 2013 91,831 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 91,831 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 75,704 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 4 Jan 2012 75,704 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

n/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Jan 2011 59,842 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 59,842 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 44,573 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
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FG55 SZD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 89,600 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG55 SZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG55 SZD registered?

FG55 SZD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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