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MF05 MSY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,738 mi
Last recorded88,738 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 MSY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2017 88,738 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2016 77,379 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms, front bushes (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 66,432 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 57,725 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 53,892 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 45,295 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 42,143 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2010 42,143 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 34,721 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 27,240 miles

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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MF05 MSY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MF05 MSY, 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 MF05 MSY registered?

MF05 MSY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is MF05 MSY safe to buy?

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