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MM55 VEB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,796 mi
Last recorded60,796 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM55 VEB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2013 60,796 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 55,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front tyres have curb damage

Pass 11 Nov 2011 48,731 miles

n/s/r seatbelt not tested, child seat fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2010 41,701 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Nov 2010 41,701 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 32,510 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front wiper blade smearing slightly

offside front wiper blade smearing slightly

undertray fitted restricting full inspection of underside of vechile

Pass 7 Nov 2008 25,682 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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MM55 VEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 MM55 VEB, 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 MM55 VEB?

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What year was MM55 VEB registered?

MM55 VEB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is MM55 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM55 VEB shows 7 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.

Does MM55 VEB have outstanding finance?

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