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MV55 MFZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

76,599 mi
Last recorded76,599 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2022 76,599 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 71,060 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2021 71,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 66,900 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2020 66,900 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn n/s and o/s front lower metal arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 64,762 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 63,298 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Oct 2017 61,307 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 61,307 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 58,029 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 48,677 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 44,166 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 40,033 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 35,958 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 31,886 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 25,642 miles

front cross strut bushes starting to split

Pass 24 Aug 2009 17,167 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 11,811 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 MFZ 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 83.3%.

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 MFZ, 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 MV55 MFZ registered?

MV55 MFZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is MV55 MFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV55 MFZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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