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AR05 DGZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,964 mi
Last recorded113,964 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 DGZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 113,964 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 May 2015 111,179 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2014 104,729 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 98,980 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)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2012 88,628 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 88,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 78,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front discs are worn

Fail 5 Aug 2010 69,223 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 69,223 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 56,445 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 40,367 miles

Park brake lever is nearing the end of its reserve travel

Fail 5 Aug 2008 40,367 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Park brake lever is nearing the end of its reserve travel

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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AR05 DGZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AR05 DGZ, 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 AR05 DGZ registered?

AR05 DGZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is AR05 DGZ safe to buy?

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