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OY05 ECA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

36,629 mi
Last recorded36,629 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY05 ECA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 36,629 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 36,591 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 36,301 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 35,605 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 35,178 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 34,156 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 33,145 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 32,663 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 31,360 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 30,133 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 29,888 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 29,241 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 27,214 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Feb 2011 23,542 miles

Front Brake discs starting to corrode

Fail 1 Feb 2011 23,542 miles

Front Brake discs starting to corrode

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 21,523 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 15,503 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 13,150 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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OY05 ECA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 OY05 ECA, 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 OY05 ECA registered?

OY05 ECA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is OY05 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY05 ECA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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