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OE54 SXB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

126,101 mi
Last recorded126,101 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE54 SXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 126,101 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2026 126,101 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 119,215 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 115,799 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 106,594 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 106,580 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 94,885 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 14 Jun 2021 94,885 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 81,463 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 70,170 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2019 70,169 miles

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective Track Rod End Lock Nut Loose (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 66,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective head light in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre valve stem in poor codition

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective head light in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 66,767 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective head light in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre valve stem in poor codition

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40 r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective head light in poor condition (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 64,638 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 64,638 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 61,536 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 58,261 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 55,002 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 51,995 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 43,328 miles

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 12 Jul 2011 36,695 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 28,920 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2009 20,396 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 19,194 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2009 19,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 16,006 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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OE54 SXB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 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 OE54 SXB, 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 OE54 SXB registered?

OE54 SXB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is OE54 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE54 SXB shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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