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GF05 TGJ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,872 mi
Last recorded25,872 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 TGJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 25,872 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 23,574 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 23,574 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 21,629 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 19,743 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 18,307 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 17,278 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 15,890 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 14,432 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 12,696 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 11,410 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 10,051 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 8,803 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 7,882 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 7,002 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2012 7,002 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 6,106 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 5,515 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 4,502 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 3,645 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 TGJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TGJ, 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 TGJ registered?

GF05 TGJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is GF05 TGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 TGJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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