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NV55 OLX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,575 mi
Last recorded102,575 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV55 OLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 102,575 miles

Nearside Rear BODY JACKING POINT -----RUBBER FOUND MISSING.

Fail 9 Sep 2016 102,575 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' RES. PERMIT (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint LIFT WEAR -------- NB ARM is REARMOST POSITION (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear BODY JACKING POINT -----RUBBER FOUND MISSING.

Pass 17 Sep 2015 94,957 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 81,915 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 69,109 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 58,060 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 58,040 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 45,953 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 17 Nov 2010 43,084 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 37,505 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 32,896 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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NV55 OLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 NV55 OLX, 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 NV55 OLX?

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What year was NV55 OLX registered?

NV55 OLX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is NV55 OLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV55 OLX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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