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MV55 AWR

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

71,897 mi
Last recorded71,897 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 AWR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 71,897 miles

sub-frame showing corrosion

Pass 26 Nov 2024 71,130 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 70,204 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 28 Nov 2022 69,268 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 68,099 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged Both rear & o/s/f valves perished / cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 66,679 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 5 Dec 2019 66,042 miles

Under trays fitted covering all underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Dec 2018 64,684 miles

Under trays ftd

Pass 6 Dec 2017 63,624 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

under-trays ftd

Pass 15 Dec 2016 62,509 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 60,765 miles

offside front tyre poor condition

Pass 11 Dec 2014 58,685 miles

front tyres wearing edges

Pass 5 Dec 2013 54,812 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 50,167 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 43,376 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 36,262 miles

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

Offside front tyre wearing on uoter edge

Pass 7 Dec 2009 30,184 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 30,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 24,076 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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MV55 AWR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MV55 AWR, 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 MV55 AWR registered?

MV55 AWR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is MV55 AWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 AWR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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