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BJ05 XVG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

124,405 mi
Last recorded124,405 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 XVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 124,405 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 124,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 121,039 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2022 120,993 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 115,716 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 111,792 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2020 111,792 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 108,533 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 108,331 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 108,331 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 103,402 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 103,402 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2017 98,301 miles

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

e/m/l light on

under trays fitted

Fail 6 Nov 2017 98,291 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

e/m/l light on

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2016 91,903 miles

both front coil springs slightly corroded

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 14 Sep 2015 87,079 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber no damping effect

Pass 25 Sep 2014 80,567 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 80,567 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 67,336 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 60,480 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 53,132 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 38,740 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 32,683 miles

nearside front tyre small cut on outer sidewall

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 XVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 BJ05 XVG, 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 BJ05 XVG registered?

BJ05 XVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is BJ05 XVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 XVG shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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