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FY55 VNH

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

135,581 mi
Last recorded135,581 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 VNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 135,581 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2025 135,581 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted lower brake pad retaining pin insecure. (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 132,859 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 132,855 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 126,904 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 119,593 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 119,588 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front of two (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 113,134 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 113,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 107,348 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake wear warning message displayed

Pass 28 Jan 2020 103,789 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 99,757 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 96,711 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 93,038 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint close to excess (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 89,739 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 84,842 miles

Offside front tyre inner sidewall starting to crack

Pass 13 Jan 2014 78,646 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 78,020 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 75,397 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 71,886 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 65,883 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 63,219 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 63,216 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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FY55 VNH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This 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 FY55 VNH, 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 FY55 VNH?

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What year was FY55 VNH registered?

FY55 VNH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FY55 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 VNH shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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