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BN05 SVS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,935 mi
Last recorded37,935 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 SVS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2026 37,935 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 37,573 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 37,183 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 36,707 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 36,133 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 35,578 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 35,001 miles

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

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Pass 4 Jan 2019 33,916 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 32,645 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 31,468 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 30,751 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 29,864 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 28,419 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 27,502 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 26,773 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 25,474 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 24,254 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 22,678 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 17,671 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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BN05 SVS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SVS, 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 SVS?

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What year was BN05 SVS registered?

BN05 SVS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BN05 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 SVS shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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