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BN55 VBL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,595 mi
Last recorded72,595 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 VBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2018 72,595 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 71,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Feb 2016 68,597 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 65,504 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 2014 61,446 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 61,446 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 57,934 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 52,338 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 46,334 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 40,608 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 37,294 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 VBL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VBL, 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 VBL?

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What year was BN55 VBL registered?

BN55 VBL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is BN55 VBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 VBL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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