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AP05 BJX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,127 mi
Last recorded103,127 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 BJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 103,127 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 92,415 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

bolt adrift on exhaust

Fail 21 Jul 2014 92,299 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

bolt adrift on exhaust

Pass 18 Jun 2013 79,166 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 78,842 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 65,077 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 52,050 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 44,861 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 36,412 miles

O/S/R tyre cut on tread nearly to chords

Pass 26 Jun 2008 27,488 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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AP05 BJX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AP05 BJX, 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 AP05 BJX registered?

AP05 BJX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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