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GJ05 RGV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

21,691 mi
Last recorded21,691 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 RGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 21,691 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 21,252 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 20,788 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 20,409 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 20,409 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 20,010 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 19,683 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 19,683 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 19,485 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view below view of road (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 19,119 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 18,655 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 18,081 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 17,539 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 16,934 miles

Both rear tyre treads worn low

Pass 11 Mar 2014 15,335 miles

nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm

offside rear tyre worn to 3mm,245/40r17

Pass 19 Feb 2013 14,603 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 13,801 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 13,314 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 12,763 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 5 Mar 2009 11,843 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 10,654 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 10,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside 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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GJ05 RGV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GJ05 RGV, 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.

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What year was GJ05 RGV registered?

GJ05 RGV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is GJ05 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 RGV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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