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BJ05 NKE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

106,880 mi
Last recorded106,880 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 NKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 106,880 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 104,657 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 100,112 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON THE INNER AND OUTER EDGES

Pass 24 Sep 2014 96,293 miles

Front tyres,tread depth low on edges.

Pass 26 Sep 2013 92,378 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 86,508 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 74,939 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 65,831 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 55,963 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 55,963 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 46,922 miles

advise slight damage to o/s/f wheel

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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BJ05 NKE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BJ05 NKE, 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 BJ05 NKE?

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What year was BJ05 NKE registered?

BJ05 NKE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is BJ05 NKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 NKE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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