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FP55 UHJ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

113,947 mi
Last recorded113,947 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 113,947 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 113,944 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust badly corroded center and rear box blowing (7.1.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 106,605 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 96,998 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 87,151 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 78,608 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 70,149 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 60,309 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 50,171 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 39,556 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 30,965 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 UHJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FP55 UHJ, 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

How do I check the history of FP55 UHJ?

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What year was FP55 UHJ registered?

FP55 UHJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is FP55 UHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 UHJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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