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EJ55 JVU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,264 mi
Last recorded107,264 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 JVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 107,264 miles

rear tyres low on tread

Pass 4 Dec 2017 102,642 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 102,642 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 96,718 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 22 Nov 2016 96,718 miles

Engine covers/undertrays

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 89,470 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2015 89,470 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 83,602 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 76,836 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 68,889 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 62,592 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 51,500 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 45,239 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 45,239 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 36,460 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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EJ55 JVU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 EJ55 JVU, 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.

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What year was EJ55 JVU registered?

EJ55 JVU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is EJ55 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ55 JVU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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