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MW55 NZC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

104,548 mi
Last recorded104,548 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW55 NZC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 104,548 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 98,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 91,710 miles

PAS Pump Noisy

Fail 28 Sep 2023 91,710 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

PAS Pump Noisy

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 84,936 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 84,936 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 76,841 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 68,571 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 60,052 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 60,048 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire engine (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 55,449 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 53,377 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 53,377 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 50,815 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens misted (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens misted (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 45,290 miles

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

both front tyres worn on edges

n/s wiper split

Pass 2 Aug 2014 41,872 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 37,807 miles

N/S/R tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 16 Feb 2013 35,796 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 35,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2012 31,234 miles

all tyres worn on edges

n/s/r tyre nail in sholder

Pass 5 Feb 2011 26,378 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 21,851 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 17,871 miles

front and rear tyres age cracked

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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MW55 NZC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel 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 MW55 NZC, 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 MW55 NZC?

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What year was MW55 NZC registered?

MW55 NZC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is MW55 NZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW55 NZC 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.

Does MW55 NZC have outstanding finance?

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