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GN55 ZJE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,864 mi
Last recorded86,864 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 ZJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2021 86,864 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 85,305 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 85,305 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 82,527 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 76,613 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 71,152 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 65,491 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 60,384 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 54,029 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 47,914 miles

**Near side front tyre starting to deteriorat & tyre has a slight lump outter side wall

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear coil spring starting rust/corroded

foot parking brake rubber missing

nearside front lower (outter) Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

rear exhaust damage and starting to rust/corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2012 43,521 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 43,521 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 36,187 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 30,196 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 23,135 miles

o/s/f tyre looks underinflated and is badly perished

Pass 19 Nov 2008 17,297 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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GN55 ZJE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GN55 ZJE, 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 GN55 ZJE registered?

GN55 ZJE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is GN55 ZJE safe to buy?

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