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MH55 YLT

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,380 mi
Last recorded154,380 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH55 YLT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2021 154,380 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2020 139,558 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 134,055 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Sep 2018 132,122 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Jun 2017 130,196 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 127,386 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 122,829 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 115,592 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 115,568 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 105,668 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 96,027 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 87,197 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 87,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 75,761 miles

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

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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MH55 YLT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MH55 YLT, 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 MH55 YLT?

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What year was MH55 YLT registered?

MH55 YLT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is MH55 YLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH55 YLT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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