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MD55 CTF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

107,537 mi
Last recorded107,537 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 CTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 107,537 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2025 107,537 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 106,522 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 105,956 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 105,094 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 103,811 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 102,798 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 101,288 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 95,655 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 88,047 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 80,246 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 73,928 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2014 69,826 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 64,477 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 58,192 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 51,509 miles

advise n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Dec 2010 45,719 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 37,440 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 28,870 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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MD55 CTF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MD55 CTF, 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 MD55 CTF registered?

MD55 CTF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is MD55 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD55 CTF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MD55 CTF have outstanding finance?

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