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A9 JYT

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

177,225 mi
Last recorded177,225 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 JYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 177,225 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 177,207 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2022 155,905 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 146,107 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 136,643 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Fail 8 Dec 2020 136,643 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 11 Jun 2019 122,571 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 111,693 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2017 103,392 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 96,667 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 90,467 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 88,752 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 87,110 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 83,125 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 76,131 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 67,605 miles

both front brake discs/pads wearing thin

Pass 17 Mar 2010 59,051 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 59,051 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 59,026 miles

both front tyre treads outer edges getting low

Fail 13 Nov 2009 59,026 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

both front tyre treads outer edges getting low

Pass 22 Dec 2008 52,751 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 52,603 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)

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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A9 JYT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 A9 JYT, 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.

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What year was A9 JYT registered?

A9 JYT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is A9 JYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 JYT shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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