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FX05 PYD

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,226 mi
Last recorded133,226 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 PYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 133,226 miles

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

Fail 4 Jan 2019 133,223 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear mud flap insecure

Rear rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 20 Dec 2017 122,837 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 119,487 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 119,487 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 115,259 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2016 115,234 miles

Front Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 112,939 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 101,987 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 84,653 miles

slight play in n/s camber arm ball joint

wearing both front tyres on outer edges

Pass 13 Feb 2012 69,627 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 53,687 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 38,827 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 27,775 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 21,698 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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FX05 PYD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FX05 PYD, 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 FX05 PYD registered?

FX05 PYD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FX05 PYD safe to buy?

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