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NJ55 AYF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

188,793 mi
Last recorded188,793 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ55 AYF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 188,793 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm & bush is deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre is wearing on the outer shoulder

offside mirror glass is deteriorating

oil & coolant residue under-tray area's

Fail 2 Nov 2018 188,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front/angled arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm & bush is deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside front tyre is wearing on the outer shoulder

offside mirror glass is deteriorating

oil & coolant residue under-tray area's

Pass 26 Oct 2017 180,505 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & offside rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

deflection under braking

Fail 24 Oct 2017 180,505 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & offside rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

deflection under braking

Pass 28 Oct 2016 170,656 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad on limit now (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 160,175 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 151,154 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 151,149 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside front tyre is worn on the edges

Pass 29 Oct 2013 141,124 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 123,386 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 94,939 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 66,147 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 66,147 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 54,701 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 54,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 40,544 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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NJ55 AYF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 NJ55 AYF, 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.

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What year was NJ55 AYF registered?

NJ55 AYF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 2005.

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