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BN55 MVL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

128,707 mi
Last recorded128,707 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 128,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 128,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 110,614 miles

Front engine covers top and bottom

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 31 Aug 2017 83,942 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Fail 31 Aug 2017 83,942 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 9 Sep 2016 69,769 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 63,539 miles

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

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2014 57,021 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 52,803 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 49,143 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 42,988 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 35,956 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 29,217 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 22,505 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 MVL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 BN55 MVL, 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 MVL registered?

BN55 MVL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BN55 MVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 MVL shows 14 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 BN55 MVL have outstanding finance?

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