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MT55 VOB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

206,738 mi
Last recorded206,738 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 VOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 206,738 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 202,155 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 197,315 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 194,119 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 191,311 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 May 2019 186,783 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 183,182 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (7.1.2)

both rear coil springs corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2017 180,072 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 176,890 miles

brake pedal anti slip rubber worn

Pass 29 Sep 2014 169,385 miles

rear coil springs corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2013 158,350 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 158,350 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 152,832 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 141,274 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 121,740 miles

both rear tyre treads getting low

offside rear spring corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2009 111,366 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 92,208 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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MT55 VOB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 MT55 VOB, 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 MT55 VOB registered?

MT55 VOB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 November 2005.

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The MOT history for MT55 VOB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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