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FY55 WTC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,211 mi
Last recorded124,211 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 WTC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2020 124,211 miles

Rear both rear coil springs corroded

Nearside Rear flexi brake hose perishing

Offside Rear flexi brake hose perishing

Pass 30 Jul 2019 110,651 miles

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

flexible brake hoses deteriorating

Pass 13 Jul 2018 96,154 miles

Both front tyres worn on the outer edges

Front Brake hose slightly chafed Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower, rear arm. Outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 83,649 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 80,224 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 73,646 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 67,572 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 61,572 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wet test

Pass 18 Sep 2012 55,675 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Sep 2011 49,459 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 44,570 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 43,284 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,831 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 30,622 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FY55 WTC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FY55 WTC, 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 FY55 WTC registered?

FY55 WTC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FY55 WTC safe to buy?

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