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HV55 OEM

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

113,822 mi
Last recorded113,822 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 OEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2017 113,822 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 107,051 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 98,380 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 90,188 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 84,881 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 79,976 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 73,544 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 67,226 miles

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

n/s/f wheel arch cover insecure

Pass 17 Jun 2010 66,970 miles

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

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

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

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

some damage to n/s sill (likely cause to be previous incorrect vehicle jacking.)

some wear to front brake discs - soon require replacement.

Pass 23 Nov 2009 57,640 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 57,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 36,859 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 36,859 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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HV55 OEM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HV55 OEM, 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 HV55 OEM registered?

HV55 OEM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is HV55 OEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 OEM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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