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GF05 PXG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

124,012 mi
Last recorded124,012 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 PXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 124,012 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2025 124,012 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 117,024 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 110,986 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front tyre's worn on the edge's

Pass 18 Oct 2022 99,478 miles

Both front tyres worn on the edges

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 18 Oct 2022 99,478 miles

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

Both front tyres worn on the edges

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Oct 2021 92,555 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Cracked (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 92,550 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear control arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Brake waring lamp On

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 81,883 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 79,755 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 78,217 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 76,496 miles

small cut in n/s/r tyre wall

Pass 29 Apr 2016 74,309 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 74,248 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 71,570 miles

cut in n/s/r tyre wall

Pass 9 Apr 2014 68,772 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate cracked

Pass 23 Apr 2013 65,444 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 61,524 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 54,387 miles

Fluid contamination under vehicle on the offside

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 54,387 miles

Fluid contamination under vehicle on the offside

Pass 15 Apr 2010 46,150 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 36,753 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 27,170 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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GF05 PXG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 GF05 PXG, 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 GF05 PXG registered?

GF05 PXG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is GF05 PXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 PXG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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