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BN55 MVG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

170,674 mi
Last recorded170,674 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 MVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2023 170,674 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 161,227 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 151,615 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2021 151,394 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 145,353 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 135,766 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 121,734 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s/f rear bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 108,614 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 103,548 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint borderline pass (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 100,361 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 95,225 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 89,436 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 82,675 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Aug 2012 82,674 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 59,548 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 51,230 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 40,327 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 27,788 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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BN55 MVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BN55 MVG, 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 BN55 MVG registered?

BN55 MVG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BN55 MVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 MVG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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