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NJ05 RXP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,739 mi
Last recorded74,739 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ05 RXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 74,739 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 72,921 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 72,494 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2019 71,936 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 71,936 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 70,915 miles

under trays fitted restricted view of under components

Fail 21 Jul 2017 70,873 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

under trays fitted restricted view of under components

Pass 12 Apr 2016 69,781 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 61,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Feb 2014 49,755 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2013 37,363 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 30,532 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 22,385 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 15,143 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 9,923 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 7,465 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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NJ05 RXP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel 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 NJ05 RXP, 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 NJ05 RXP?

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What year was NJ05 RXP registered?

NJ05 RXP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is NJ05 RXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ05 RXP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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