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BN55 MVO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

27,313 mi
Last recorded27,313 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 MVO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 27,313 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2025 26,054 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 25,331 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 24,447 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 23,729 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 22,491 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 21,468 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 21,468 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 20,169 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 18,371 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 16,661 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 15,179 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 15,718 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 14,220 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 13,295 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 12,217 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 11,293 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 9,964 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 8,348 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 6,120 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 4,444 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 MVO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MVO, 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 BN55 MVO?

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What year was BN55 MVO registered?

BN55 MVO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BN55 MVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 MVO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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