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FY05 EWB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,188 mi
Last recorded157,188 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 EWB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 157,188 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2020 157,188 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 149,617 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 141,981 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 135,913 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 129,576 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 123,196 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 117,474 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 117,474 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 May 2013 109,886 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 100,758 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 91,821 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 83,004 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 68,099 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 68,099 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)

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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FY05 EWB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel 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 FY05 EWB, 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.

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What year was FY05 EWB registered?

FY05 EWB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is FY05 EWB safe to buy?

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