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GY05 GCK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Orange Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,789 mi
Last recorded105,789 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 GCK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 105,789 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 105,789 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 103,025 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside front (on the limit) (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre tread low at outer edges

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

Fail 6 Apr 2016 103,025 miles

Side repeater not working nearside front (1.4.A.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside front (on the limit) (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre tread low at outer edges

underside covers prevent full inspection of some components

Pass 2 Mar 2015 100,060 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 95,603 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 90,969 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management warning lamp on

parking brake has only just met the required park brake efficiency, it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Fail 7 Mar 2013 90,969 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management warning lamp on

Pass 20 Feb 2012 78,862 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 65,048 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 65,017 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 51,901 miles

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

rear exhaust heat shield insecure...

Pass 22 Apr 2009 33,543 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine undertray fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2008 18,682 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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GY05 GCK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Orange with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GY05 GCK, 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 GY05 GCK registered?

GY05 GCK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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