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DS05 DPS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,884 mi
Last recorded34,884 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 DPS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 34,884 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2026 34,884 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 25,274 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 25,274 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 21,156 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 19,635 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 18,646 miles

Offside Front tyre over 16 years old

Pass 17 Feb 2021 17,994 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 17,994 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cut in sidewall , cords visible. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2020 17,636 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 16,409 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 15,304 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 13,958 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 13,387 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 12,835 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 12,144 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 10,860 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 9,934 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 9,322 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 8,686 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 7,314 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 6,734 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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DS05 DPS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DS05 DPS, 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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What year was DS05 DPS registered?

DS05 DPS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is DS05 DPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 DPS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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