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NU05 UVK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,187 mi
Last recorded94,187 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 UVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2022 94,187 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 94,187 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 91,647 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 83,568 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 83,568 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 81,581 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 78,206 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 76,217 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 72,644 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 72,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 69,412 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 64,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2013 64,784 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jun 2012 58,684 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 52,714 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 51,441 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 17 Dec 2009 45,821 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 39,557 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 34,602 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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NU05 UVK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NU05 UVK, 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 NU05 UVK registered?

NU05 UVK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is NU05 UVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU05 UVK shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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