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G5 TMD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,785 mi
Last recorded49,785 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 TMD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 49,785 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 47,549 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2024 47,549 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 45,366 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 44,904 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 44,659 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 42,665 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 40,396 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 38,874 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 37,063 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 36,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 36,299 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 34,905 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 32,272 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 31,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2012 31,061 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 27,523 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 21,046 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 16,526 miles

n/s/f tyre worn slightly on outer edge

n/s/r tyre on limit!

o/s/r tyre very close to limit

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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G5 TMD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 80,398 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 G5 TMD, 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 20 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 G5 TMD registered?

G5 TMD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is G5 TMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 TMD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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