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MH55 YVG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

73,547 mi
Last recorded73,547 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH55 YVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2020 73,547 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 64,502 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 64,502 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 55,904 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 49,439 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 44,227 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 38,532 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 32,794 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 32,794 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 26,574 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 21,363 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 18,212 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 15,365 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 13,005 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 9,735 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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MH55 YVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YVG, 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 MH55 YVG registered?

MH55 YVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is MH55 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH55 YVG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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