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FX54 OLO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

110,029 mi
Last recorded110,029 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX54 OLO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 110,029 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 100,224 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)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 100,224 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

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 8 Sep 2016 91,571 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 82,003 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 74,825 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 69,736 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 69,736 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 62,742 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

hanger broken on rear section exhaust

Fail 3 Apr 2013 62,742 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

hanger broken on rear section exhaust

Pass 5 Apr 2012 55,117 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust hanger broken

Pass 6 Apr 2011 46,663 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 35,820 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 28,617 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,415 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 20,559 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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FX54 OLO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FX54 OLO, 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 FX54 OLO registered?

FX54 OLO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 January 2005.

Is FX54 OLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX54 OLO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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