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AF55 RZZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

198,979 mi
Last recorded198,979 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 RZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2014 198,979 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 198,979 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 183,857 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 183,857 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 167,641 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 167,641 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 148,868 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 128,752 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 128,752 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2008 101,790 miles

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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AF55 RZZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black 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 AF55 RZZ, 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 AF55 RZZ registered?

AF55 RZZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is AF55 RZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 RZZ shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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