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GV05 BYX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

79,036 mi
Last recorded79,036 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 BYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 79,036 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 75,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 73,947 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 69,224 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 69,223 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2020 66,531 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Apr 2020 66,531 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 59,466 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 55,100 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 51,803 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 47,776 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 42,832 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 41,162 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 38,381 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 13 Mar 2012 36,385 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2010 34,599 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 31,618 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2009 31,618 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 25,216 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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GV05 BYX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GV05 BYX, 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 GV05 BYX registered?

GV05 BYX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is GV05 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV05 BYX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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