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P30 DXN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

127,799 mi
Last recorded127,799 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP30 DXN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2013 127,799 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Mar 2012 125,006 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 125,006 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 120,940 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Corrosion to suspension components.

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake discs worn.

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake discs wearing and slight corrosion.

Fail 25 Mar 2011 120,903 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Corrosion to suspension components.

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake discs worn.

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake discs wearing and slight corrosion.

Pass 29 Mar 2010 108,021 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 96,517 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2009 96,516 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 90,571 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2008 90,311 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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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P30 DXN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P30 DXN, 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 P30 DXN registered?

P30 DXN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is P30 DXN safe to buy?

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