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BN05 YOF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,408 mi
Last recorded48,408 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 YOF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 48,408 miles

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

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

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

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

all tyres on or close to ten years old

Pass 6 Feb 2025 47,021 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 46,277 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 45,644 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 44,994 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 44,401 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 43,899 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear brake pipes just starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 42,753 miles

Front Front wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 14 Mar 2018 41,343 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 39,545 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 37,721 miles

Nearside Front camber arm bush deteriorated

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

Offside Front camber arm bush deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2015 35,534 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 33,278 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 30,301 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 27,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 27,583 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 24,052 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 20,862 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 17,776 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 14,107 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 YOF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YOF, 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 YOF?

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What year was BN05 YOF registered?

BN05 YOF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is BN05 YOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 YOF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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