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GL05 NZU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

129,949 mi
Last recorded129,949 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 NZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 129,949 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 129,280 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 120,907 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 98,565 miles

Exhaust mounting brackets deteriorated

Pass 7 Apr 2017 86,580 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 80,910 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION.

Fail 8 Apr 2016 80,904 miles

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

FRONT BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION.

Pass 18 Mar 2015 76,320 miles

small stone chips in windsreen front and rear brake discs ridged# n/s/r tyre 2.5mm o/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 12 Apr 2014 72,796 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Apr 2014 72,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Mar 2013 66,341 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 26 Mar 2013 66,330 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 21 Mar 2012 60,378 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 52,753 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 46,294 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 39,367 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 31,934 miles

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

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

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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GL05 NZU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GL05 NZU, 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

How do I check the history of GL05 NZU?

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What year was GL05 NZU registered?

GL05 NZU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is GL05 NZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 NZU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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