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AY05 ODT

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

145,522 mi
Last recorded145,522 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 ODT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 145,522 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 141,043 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 136,431 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 131,822 miles

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 123,110 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 117,964 miles

Mid to rear exhaust mount by diff missing. System secure at time of test.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2021 117,964 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Possibly bulb incorrectly fitted. (4.1.2 (c))

Mid to rear exhaust mount by diff missing. System secure at time of test.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 110,873 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 96,437 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 74,990 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 62,727 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 53,871 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 53,871 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 52,886 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 51,955 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jun 2015 51,955 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 May 2014 47,616 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 43,406 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2012 39,068 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 34,034 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 33,107 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 28,304 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 23,094 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 17,230 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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AY05 ODT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AY05 ODT, 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 AY05 ODT registered?

AY05 ODT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is AY05 ODT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 ODT shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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