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CK05 MVY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

115,891 mi
Last recorded115,891 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK05 MVY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 115,891 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 108,603 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 108,603 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 107,743 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 107,743 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 100,257 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 92,917 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 92,917 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 89,854 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 9 Oct 2012 84,981 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 79,698 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside & offside rear brake discs pitted.

Pass 28 Oct 2010 71,259 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 63,265 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 63,265 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unable to inspect underside of vehicle fully. plastic covers fitted.

Pass 9 May 2008 50,477 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 50,477 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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CK05 MVY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CK05 MVY, 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 CK05 MVY registered?

CK05 MVY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is CK05 MVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK05 MVY shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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