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MT55 CJZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

94,618 mi
Last recorded94,618 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT55 CJZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2014 94,618 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2013 84,676 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 84,676 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 78,237 miles

rear exhaust corroded bracket missing

Pass 23 Sep 2011 67,227 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 56,952 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 56,952 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

engine light on

Pass 18 Sep 2009 48,559 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 48,229 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Sep 2008 36,562 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 36,562 miles

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

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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MT55 CJZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MT55 CJZ, 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 MT55 CJZ?

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What year was MT55 CJZ registered?

MT55 CJZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is MT55 CJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT55 CJZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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