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HY05 TBU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

103,115 mi
Last recorded103,115 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 TBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 103,115 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 100,974 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 99,016 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 96,309 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 96,292 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Noise from nearside rear brake disc area may indicate parking brake shoes have become detached. Advise further investigation to be carried out

Pass 10 Feb 2016 93,987 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 90,702 miles

Drinding noise from nearside parking brake area.Advise further investigation to be carried out

Low efficiency from nearside parking brake.Advise further investigation to be carried out

Pass 29 Jan 2014 87,570 miles

Nearside parking brake efficiency low.Advise further investigation to be carried out

Pass 22 Feb 2013 84,173 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 76,985 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 66,582 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)

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres 1mm inner and outter edge

Fail 11 Mar 2010 55,324 miles

Both front brake discs worn and lipped

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 55,324 miles

Both front brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 11 Mar 2009 44,775 miles

Front tyres worn on outer edges

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Mar 2009 44,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front tyres worn on outer edges

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 34,178 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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HY05 TBU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HY05 TBU, 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 HY05 TBU?

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What year was HY05 TBU registered?

HY05 TBU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is HY05 TBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 TBU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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