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HG05 OOX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,039 mi
Last recorded108,039 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 OOX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 108,039 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2016 108,039 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 97,985 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 97,950 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 90,832 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 85,889 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 72,744 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 65,242 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 56,847 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 47,823 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 45,764 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 29 Feb 2008 38,446 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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HG05 OOX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HG05 OOX, 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

How do I check the history of HG05 OOX?

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What year was HG05 OOX registered?

HG05 OOX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is HG05 OOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 OOX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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