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FV05 VUT

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

59,626 mi
Last recorded59,626 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 VUT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 59,626 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 54,157 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 47,374 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 37,969 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 26,199 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jun 2021 22,475 miles

Front tyres over 10 years old

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 21,368 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 20,161 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 17,856 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2018 17,856 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 16,398 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 13,954 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 12,599 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 11,553 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 10,832 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 10,053 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 8,883 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 8,173 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 7,169 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 7,169 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 5,843 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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FV05 VUT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FV05 VUT, 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 FV05 VUT registered?

FV05 VUT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is FV05 VUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 VUT shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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