2005 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · FY55 AEU
2005 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 02 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 205,237 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 205,237 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
FY55 AEU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/06/2026
- 205,237 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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FY55 AEU Mileage History
- 03/02/2022169,710 mi
- 02/02/2023188,323 mi+18,613 mi
- 18/04/2024322,997 km
- 19/04/2025204,615 mi
- 13/06/2026205,237 mi+622 mi
Average of roughly 8,157 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
FY55 AEU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (FY55 AEU) between February 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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