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OY55 PUU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

123,037 mi
Last recorded123,037 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 PUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 123,037 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 123,037 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 121,168 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2022 120,339 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2021 119,884 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2021 119,884 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 118,747 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2019 118,747 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 118,001 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 116,435 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 110,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 102,413 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2015 102,413 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 93,943 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)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 86,356 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2013 86,235 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 78,254 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 69,219 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 60,689 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 48,017 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 35,511 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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OY55 PUU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 OY55 PUU, 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 OY55 PUU registered?

OY55 PUU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is OY55 PUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY55 PUU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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