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FX55 ZXP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

50,724 mi
Last recorded50,724 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 ZXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 50,724 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2025 47,586 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 46,127 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 42,730 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 37,252 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2021 34,215 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,352 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 33,352 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 31,300 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 27,238 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2017 22,522 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 21,218 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 19,613 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 18,103 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 16,432 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 14,862 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 13,054 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 11,213 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 8,857 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 6,680 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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FX55 ZXP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue 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 FX55 ZXP, 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 FX55 ZXP registered?

FX55 ZXP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is FX55 ZXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 ZXP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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