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FP05 EZD

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

32,201 mi
Last recorded32,201 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 EZD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 32,201 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reverse lamp inop

Fail 26 May 2026 32,201 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reverse lamp inop

Pass 15 Apr 2025 30,887 miles

OIL LEAK GEARBOX SUMP PAN

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

Pass 11 Apr 2024 29,306 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 25,972 miles

corrosion to rear coil springs

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 13 Apr 2022 21,497 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2021 14,488 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 13,955 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 13,729 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 13,161 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 12,570 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 11,979 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,018 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 10,054 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 9,112 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 7,840 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 6,871 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 5,994 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 5,042 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 4,128 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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FP05 EZD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FP05 EZD, 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 FP05 EZD registered?

FP05 EZD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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