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GP05 MMK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

64,662 mi
Last recorded64,662 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 MMK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 64,662 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2026 64,658 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2025 63,440 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 61,632 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 57,856 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 52,615 miles

0 emissions

Pass 9 Jun 2021 50,646 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 49,415 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 48,629 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 48,629 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2018 45,667 miles

undertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Fail 19 Jul 2018 45,666 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

undertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Pass 17 Aug 2017 44,467 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 42,306 miles

Centre Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jul 2015 40,098 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 39,120 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 37,356 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 34,884 miles

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2011 32,760 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 28,769 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 27,709 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 23,901 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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GP05 MMK 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 GP05 MMK, 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 GP05 MMK?

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What year was GP05 MMK registered?

GP05 MMK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is GP05 MMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 MMK 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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