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GK55 BXB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,809 mi
Last recorded77,809 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 BXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 77,809 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 77,809 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 76,731 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 73,559 miles

parking brake requires investigation due to travel and readings

parking brake travel

Pass 20 Sep 2016 70,233 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 67,661 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2015 67,660 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 63,130 miles

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

engine malfunction indicator illuminated

Fail 17 Sep 2014 63,129 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

engine malfunction indicator illuminated

Pass 10 Sep 2013 54,381 miles

EML on

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 10 Sep 2013 54,381 miles

EML on

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 47,087 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 39,789 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 34,052 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 27,243 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 19,305 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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GK55 BXB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GK55 BXB, 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 GK55 BXB registered?

GK55 BXB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is GK55 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK55 BXB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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