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ML05 OHG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,682 mi
Last recorded116,682 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 OHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 116,682 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 97,780 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 95,554 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 86,191 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust bracket corroded

slight play noted in front wheels (up and down movement)

unable to fully inspect rear coil springs

Fail 21 Feb 2014 86,191 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust bracket corroded

slight play noted in front wheels (up and down movement)

unable to fully inspect rear coil springs

Pass 30 Jan 2013 75,872 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2013 75,858 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 67,769 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Feb 2012 67,769 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2011 52,786 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2011 52,786 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 37,716 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 37,716 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 56,447 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 28,715 miles

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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ML05 OHG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 ML05 OHG, 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 ML05 OHG registered?

ML05 OHG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is ML05 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML05 OHG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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