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MD55 HBZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

129,985 mi
Last recorded129,985 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 HBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 129,985 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 125,353 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 123,740 miles

engine m/light on

oil leak

Fail 12 Dec 2015 123,693 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside tyre has a nail

engine m/light on

oil leak

Fail 7 Jan 2015 118,407 miles

Engine management light on

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 118,407 miles

Engine management light on

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 112,522 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 106,456 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2013 106,456 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jan 2013 106,174 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 98,822 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012 98,822 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2010 85,855 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 71,925 miles

n/s and o/s front wheels have play

Fail 31 Dec 2009 71,925 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

n/s and o/s front wheels have play

Pass 29 Dec 2008 55,996 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)

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 HBZ 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 62.5%.

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 MD55 HBZ, 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 MD55 HBZ registered?

MD55 HBZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is MD55 HBZ safe to buy?

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