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GD05 LHE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

107,256 mi
Last recorded107,256 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 LHE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 107,256 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 102,977 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 102,944 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 98,573 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 98,497 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 90,898 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 84,159 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 76,858 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 70,410 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 70,410 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 61,015 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 51,500 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 44,650 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 39,538 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 39,538 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 36,384 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 36,104 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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GD05 LHE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GD05 LHE, 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 GD05 LHE registered?

GD05 LHE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is GD05 LHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD05 LHE shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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