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GK05 SUX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,092 mi
Last recorded165,092 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2018 165,092 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Under trays fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2017 153,906 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

fan belts squeeking

Fail 11 Feb 2017 153,906 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

fan belts squeeking

Pass 11 Mar 2016 322,716 miles

Offside Rear shock absorber reducing damping effects

engine cover fitted

oil leak

Pass 28 Feb 2015 130,653 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 125,660 miles

handbrake warning lamp on

Fail 12 Mar 2014 125,659 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

handbrake warning lamp on

Pass 7 Oct 2013 123,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 111,222 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 98,337 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 87,424 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 72,404 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside front slight judder

Fail 14 Dec 2009 72,404 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Nov 2008 90,892 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 82,693 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 81,904 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 SUX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SUX, 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 GK05 SUX registered?

GK05 SUX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is GK05 SUX safe to buy?

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