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BJ55 HOA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

217,814 mi
Last recorded217,814 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 217,814 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 213,275 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 206,767 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 198,301 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 189,774 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 180,508 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 168,933 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 150,789 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 137,451 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 137,451 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 118,109 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 102,849 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 81,236 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 81,233 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 70,009 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 54,422 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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BJ55 HOA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HOA, 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 HOA registered?

BJ55 HOA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2005.

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The MOT history for BJ55 HOA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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