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MW05 DDV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,996 mi
Last recorded113,996 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 DDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 113,996 miles

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

Offside Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 12 Dec 2018 113,996 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 22 May 2017 110,361 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 108,023 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 104,219 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 104,219 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 99,868 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside rear lamp unit broken,but not affecting light output

Pass 4 Apr 2013 94,229 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 81,382 miles

Driver's side wiper does not clear very well at the bottom ,centre.

Front brake pads appear low.

Rear brake pads appear very low.

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 81,382 miles

Driver's side wiper does not clear very well at the bottom ,centre.

Front brake pads appear low.

Rear brake pads appear very low.

Pass 12 Jan 2010 59,143 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 35,743 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 35,743 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 30,217 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 30,217 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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MW05 DDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MW05 DDV, 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 MW05 DDV registered?

MW05 DDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is MW05 DDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW05 DDV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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