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BN05 SVF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,547 mi
Last recorded103,547 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 SVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 103,547 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 99,216 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 94,361 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2022 89,897 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 86,358 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 84,065 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 81,173 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 77,898 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 73,986 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 70,532 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 70,496 miles

Nearside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2015 68,666 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 66,666 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2013 64,798 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 63,028 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 60,413 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 57,126 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

nearside rear outer driveshaft boot split

Pass 20 Mar 2009 52,673 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 52,673 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

os rear tyre close to limit

Pass 27 Feb 2008 38,602 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 38,602 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BN05 SVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BN05 SVF, 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 BN05 SVF?

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What year was BN05 SVF registered?

BN05 SVF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is BN05 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 SVF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN05 SVF have outstanding finance?

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