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AP54 NFE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

84,253 mi
Last recorded84,253 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP54 NFE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 84,253 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 82,901 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 81,554 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 14 Jan 2022 80,432 miles

Offside Rear tyre 3mm

under tray fitted

Fail 14 Jan 2022 80,432 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre 3mm

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2021 79,131 miles

Offside Rear tyre 3-4mm

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2019 77,473 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2019 75,332 miles

Nearside Rear tyre 2mm

Offside Rear tyre 3mm

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2018 72,540 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre 3mm

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2017 70,806 miles

Nearside Rear tyre 2-3mm

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2016 67,643 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 64,069 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 61,643 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 58,915 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 56,256 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 52,892 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 48,422 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre 3-4mm

n/s/r tyre 2-3mm

o/s/f tyre 3-4mm

o/s/r tyre 2-3mm

Pass 6 Jan 2009 39,794 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 30,432 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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AP54 NFE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 AP54 NFE, 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

How do I check the history of AP54 NFE?

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What year was AP54 NFE registered?

AP54 NFE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 January 2005.

Is AP54 NFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP54 NFE shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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