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OU55 XME

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

155,276 mi
Last recorded155,276 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 XME
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 155,276 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 155,276 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 142,716 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 131,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 131,169 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 127,341 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 112,754 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 106,569 miles

Air bag lamp on

Pass 13 Aug 2008 101,464 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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OU55 XME is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OU55 XME, 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

How do I check the history of OU55 XME?

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What year was OU55 XME registered?

OU55 XME is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is OU55 XME safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU55 XME shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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