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OE55 DWK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,253 mi
Last recorded121,253 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE55 DWK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 121,253 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded

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

underfloor and engine covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 20 May 2017 118,117 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 114,123 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded location inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded location inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)

underfloor and engine covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 3 Jan 2015 111,141 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 106,092 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 92,746 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 79,470 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 67,031 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 53,388 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 38,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 38,004 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)

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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OE55 DWK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OE55 DWK, 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 OE55 DWK registered?

OE55 DWK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is OE55 DWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE55 DWK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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