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OV55 CDE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,733 mi
Last recorded94,733 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 CDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2020 94,733 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 94,730 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2019 88,319 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides has slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres has badly tears ,may require to attention soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 79,944 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 79,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 72,951 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 56,001 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 37,898 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 20,244 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 19,513 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2012 18,526 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2011 17,133 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 14,757 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 11,695 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 9,854 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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OV55 CDE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 OV55 CDE, 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 OV55 CDE registered?

OV55 CDE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is OV55 CDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 CDE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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