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DA05 GBV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,221 mi
Last recorded49,221 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 GBV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 49,221 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 46,377 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 45,172 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 44,147 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 43,246 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 43,239 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2017 41,905 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 40,373 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 38,280 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 33,555 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 27,240 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 20,207 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)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 13,248 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 12,201 miles

undertray fitted limiting inspection

Pass 10 Jun 2009 10,741 miles

under tray fitted limiting inspection

Pass 13 Jun 2008 9,736 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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DA05 GBV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 DA05 GBV, 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 DA05 GBV registered?

DA05 GBV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is DA05 GBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA05 GBV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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