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CX05 PCV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,499 mi
Last recorded62,499 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 PCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2016 62,499 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 57,455 miles

slight play in both front wheelbearings

Pass 26 Apr 2013 51,059 miles

both rear tyres close to limet

Pass 24 Apr 2012 44,691 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 39,795 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 34,672 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 29,670 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 25,093 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 PCV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PCV, 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.

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How do I check the history of CX05 PCV?

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What year was CX05 PCV registered?

CX05 PCV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is CX05 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 PCV shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX05 PCV have outstanding finance?

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