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AF05 RZH

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

111,953 mi
Last recorded111,953 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 RZH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2015 111,953 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

strong smell of diesel in engine bay

Pass 3 Apr 2014 103,273 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 91,371 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 91,371 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 88,124 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 75,081 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 May 2010 71,723 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 66,557 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 66,557 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 46,334 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 46,334 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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AF05 RZH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AF05 RZH, 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 AF05 RZH registered?

AF05 RZH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AF05 RZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 RZH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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