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PE05 BZL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,143 mi
Last recorded42,143 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE05 BZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2011 42,143 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 34,905 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 27,256 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 27,255 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 18,065 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)

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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PE05 BZL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PE05 BZL, 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 PE05 BZL?

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What year was PE05 BZL registered?

PE05 BZL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is PE05 BZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE05 BZL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PE05 BZL have outstanding finance?

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