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NK55 XCU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,899 mi
Last recorded51,899 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 XCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 51,899 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 48,198 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 48,193 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 48,086 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 47,747 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 47,486 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 46,744 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 45,463 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 44,085 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 42,305 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 39,946 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 37,230 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 33,973 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 31,204 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 31,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 27,961 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 25,557 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 22,480 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 19,410 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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NK55 XCU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 NK55 XCU, 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

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What year was NK55 XCU registered?

NK55 XCU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is NK55 XCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK55 XCU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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