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FD05 NFA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

92,352 mi
Last recorded92,352 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 NFA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2024 92,352 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 86,061 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 83,048 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 71,680 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 70,241 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 68,837 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 67,433 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 65,934 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 65,260 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 63,593 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 62,062 miles

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

o/s/front wiper blade rubberslightly deteriated and smeary

Pass 1 Oct 2013 60,487 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 55,645 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 45,895 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 45,882 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 45,774 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 33,679 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 31,381 miles

Both front tyres have cuts/splits on the inner sidewalls but no cords exposed at time of test

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

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

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

Pass 15 May 2009 24,759 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 17,561 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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FD05 NFA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FD05 NFA, 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 FD05 NFA?

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What year was FD05 NFA registered?

FD05 NFA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is FD05 NFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 NFA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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