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J99 BAN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,561 mi
Last recorded41,561 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ99 BAN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2025 41,561 miles

slight accident damage to nearside of front bumper

Pass 22 Nov 2024 41,270 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 40,930 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 40,529 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 40,234 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 40,034 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 39,591 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 39,137 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 38,766 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 38,469 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 37,284 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 34,064 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 31,221 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 31,038 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 30,794 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 28,844 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 23,909 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 19,457 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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J99 BAN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J99 BAN, 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 J99 BAN?

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What year was J99 BAN registered?

J99 BAN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is J99 BAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J99 BAN shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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