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BJ55 CNZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

114,699 mi
Last recorded114,699 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 CNZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 114,699 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 110,568 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 105,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 101,482 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 97,569 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 94,987 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 93,147 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 92,061 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 90,875 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 89,973 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 89,038 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 87,772 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 86,645 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 81,318 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2011 69,205 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

offside rear tyre outer sidewall damaged

undertray not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

windscreen wipers smearing

Pass 24 Nov 2010 57,254 miles

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

undertray not alowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Dec 2009 44,162 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 26,061 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 26,052 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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BJ55 CNZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc 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 BJ55 CNZ, 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 BJ55 CNZ registered?

BJ55 CNZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ55 CNZ 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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