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FV55 JXH

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

139,355 mi
Last recorded139,355 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 JXH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 139,355 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Feb 2017 121,504 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 110,408 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 110,408 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 98,943 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 83,734 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 68,935 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 18 Feb 2012 54,509 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 41,683 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 32,355 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 29,314 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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FV55 JXH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc petrol 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 FV55 JXH, 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

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What year was FV55 JXH registered?

FV55 JXH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is FV55 JXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 JXH 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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