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NY54 MDX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

171,546 mi
Last recorded171,546 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY54 MDX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2018 171,546 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 171,546 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 156,671 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 156,747 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 156,671 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 152,048 miles

engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

rear wiper smears screen

under trays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 30 Jan 2015 135,631 miles

O/S/F tyre has a cut in outer sidewall, no cords showing.

Pass 21 Jan 2014 129,004 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 129,900 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 121,584 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 102,635 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 102,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 87,374 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 72,616 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 58,826 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 42,871 miles

Recommend parking brake be checked/adjusted to improve balance and efficiency.

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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NY54 MDX 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 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 NY54 MDX, 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 NY54 MDX?

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What year was NY54 MDX registered?

NY54 MDX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is NY54 MDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY54 MDX shows 16 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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