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FD05 NFG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

136,750 mi
Last recorded136,750 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 NFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 136,750 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

underbody covers fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2019 134,473 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 128,547 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 128,547 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 124,031 miles

Nearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 114,222 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 109,550 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 30 Jun 2014 101,700 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 94,571 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 88,417 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 74,599 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 62,184 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 40,620 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 27,113 miles

on carring out diesel emmissions test unable to obtain a reading due to engine too lean,no smoke emitted from exhaust and engine running at specified temperature

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 NFG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FD05 NFG, 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 FD05 NFG registered?

FD05 NFG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is FD05 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 NFG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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