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OV55 ZTN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

132,521 mi
Last recorded132,521 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 ZTN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 132,521 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 122,789 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 122,778 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 113,470 miles

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

Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2018 113,470 miles

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

Front Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 104,276 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 92,333 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jan 2016 92,333 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 78,850 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 56,392 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 44,307 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Mar 2011 40,144 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 36,361 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 33,979 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 33,979 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 ZTN 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 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 ZTN, 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 OV55 ZTN?

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What year was OV55 ZTN registered?

OV55 ZTN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is OV55 ZTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 ZTN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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