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IBZ 131

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,749 mi
Last recorded71,749 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIBZ 131
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2012 71,749 miles

BULB FAULT TELL TALE LAMP WAS ON

THE NS DOOR MIRROR AND REPEATER LAMP IN THE MIRROR ARE DAMAGED

Fail 22 Feb 2012 71,749 miles

BULB FAULT TELL TALE LAMP WAS ON

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

THE NS DOOR MIRROR AND REPEATER LAMP IN THE MIRROR ARE DAMAGED

Pass 18 Feb 2011 65,349 miles

EMT TELL TALE IS ON

NSF TYRE TREAD IS WORN ON THE OUTER EDGE

OSF TYRE TREAD IS WORN ON THE OUTER EDGE

Fail 16 Feb 2011 65,303 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

EMT TELL TALE IS ON

NSF TYRE TREAD IS WORN ON THE OUTER EDGE

OSF TYRE TREAD IS WORN ON THE OUTER EDGE

Pass 18 Feb 2010 58,094 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 51,337 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 49,686 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

nearside and offside front brake pads look worn but restricted view.

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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IBZ 131 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 IBZ 131, 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 IBZ 131?

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What year was IBZ 131 registered?

IBZ 131 is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is IBZ 131 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IBZ 131 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IBZ 131 have outstanding finance?

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