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CJ55 WAG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

79,712 mi
Last recorded79,712 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ55 WAG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 79,712 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2026 79,712 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 77,269 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 72,917 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 72,917 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Caster arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 71,325 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 71,325 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 66,337 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 62,432 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Caster/thrust (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 59,006 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 55,814 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement caster (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement caster (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 49,944 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement caster (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 44,182 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 44,182 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 39,488 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 35,349 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 30,336 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 25,420 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 21,727 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 17,219 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 11,696 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 9,694 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 8,529 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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CJ55 WAG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 CJ55 WAG, 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 CJ55 WAG?

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What year was CJ55 WAG registered?

CJ55 WAG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is CJ55 WAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJ55 WAG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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