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GK05 GXA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,602 mi
Last recorded134,602 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 GXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 134,602 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 128,974 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 122,659 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 122,572 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 May 2010 108,127 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 91,114 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 91,112 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn slightly on outter edge

Pass 6 Jun 2008 65,498 miles

both rear tyrs close to limit

front discs ridged

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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GK05 GXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GK05 GXA, 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 GK05 GXA registered?

GK05 GXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is GK05 GXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 GXA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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