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CX05 FRT

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

163,072 mi
Last recorded163,072 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 FRT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 163,072 miles

Offside Front tye fitted asymmetrically incorect

Fail 28 May 2026 163,072 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front tye fitted asymmetrically incorect

Pass 5 Jun 2025 159,785 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

offside mirror glass deteriorated

Pass 29 May 2024 155,201 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 150,141 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 142,742 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 136,318 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2021 136,318 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 130,659 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 130,659 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 122,877 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 114,923 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 114,915 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 105,788 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 96,143 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 87,646 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 79,238 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 69,310 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 60,515 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 44,868 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 43,123 miles

rear tyres 2-3mm at centre

Fail 16 Jul 2009 43,108 miles

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

rear tyres 2-3mm at centre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 38,357 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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CX05 FRT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 CX05 FRT, 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 CX05 FRT registered?

CX05 FRT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is CX05 FRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 FRT shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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