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FP55 BCF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

129,082 mi
Last recorded129,082 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 BCF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 129,082 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 127,324 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 125,139 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough strut top bearing (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 27 Nov 2023 125,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering system slightly rough strut top bearing (2.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2022 123,177 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 119,740 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 117,427 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 114,540 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 110,822 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop-Link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 110,821 miles

Exhaust system insecure gearbox hanger disconnected (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure rear centre hanger missing corroded away (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm ball joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box corroded/holed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Drop-Link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 100,755 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 11 Jun 2016 85,427 miles

Nearside Rear Coil Spring slight corrosion

Offside Rear Coil Spring slight corrosion

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 5 Feb 2015 72,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Feb 2015 72,814 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Feb 2014 62,185 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2014 62,185 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 51,255 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2012 43,930 miles

rear seats coverd unable to fully inspect under veicle covers fitted

Fail 6 Jan 2012 43,930 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

rear seats coverd unable to fully inspect under veicle covers fitted

Pass 18 Jan 2011 35,350 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 22,205 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 19,827 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 7,370 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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FP55 BCF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FP55 BCF, 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 FP55 BCF registered?

FP55 BCF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is FP55 BCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 BCF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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