MOT Status
ValidMileage
94,435 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
nearside front tyre cut sidewall
engine and under vehicle covers fitted that restrict view of some testable items
slight play in front wheel bearings
engine and under vehicle covers fitted that restrict view of some testable items
front and rear brake pads look low
slight play in front wheel bearings
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
front discs lipped
n.s.f tyre worn on outer edge
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MM55 VEL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.
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 VEL, 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 MM55 VEL registered?
MM55 VEL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 December 2005.
Is MM55 VEL safe to buy?
The MOT history for MM55 VEL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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