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HF05 PZP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

84,824 mi
Last recorded84,824 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 PZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 84,824 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 81,573 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 78,381 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general under body corrosion

Pass 7 Jun 2022 77,662 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 69,809 miles

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

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

oil leak

Fail 19 May 2021 69,809 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2020 69,388 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2019 63,884 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 58,425 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 58,401 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 53,299 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 47,482 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 43,267 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 42,738 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Jul 2013 42,738 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2012 34,677 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)

Pass 6 Jan 2011 30,938 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 28,727 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 23,727 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 17,834 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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HF05 PZP 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 85%.

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 HF05 PZP, 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 HF05 PZP registered?

HF05 PZP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is HF05 PZP safe to buy?

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