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AF05 MVK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

33,213 mi
Last recorded33,213 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 MVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 33,213 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 32,903 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 32,677 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 32,370 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 31,942 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 31,404 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 31,002 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 30,272 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 29,122 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 27,713 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 26,243 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 24,334 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 21,118 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 18,459 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 15,241 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2012 15,227 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 12,531 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 10,886 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 9,213 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 7,113 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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AF05 MVK 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 95%.

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 AF05 MVK, 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 AF05 MVK registered?

AF05 MVK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is AF05 MVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 MVK shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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