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HG05 AOR

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

73,821 mi
Last recorded73,821 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 AOR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 73,821 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 65,787 miles

Corrosion to rear beam

Corrosion to rear coils

Pass 22 Jan 2024 59,697 miles

manufacturer engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Fail 22 Jan 2024 59,697 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

manufacturer engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Pass 22 Feb 2023 57,980 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 56,099 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Fail 24 Jan 2022 56,099 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Pass 2 Feb 2021 55,390 miles

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

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

engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

rear tyres 9 years old

Fail 2 Feb 2021 55,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords shallow cut (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

both front & nearside rear tyres 9 years old

engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing a full examination of some components

Pass 22 Jan 2020 54,966 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 53,597 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 51,730 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 49,467 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 47,973 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 46,510 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jan 2015 46,510 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Feb 2014 44,543 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 42,795 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 39,460 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 35,442 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 31,378 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 25,841 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2009 25,841 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2008 20,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 20,482 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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HG05 AOR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 HG05 AOR, 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 HG05 AOR registered?

HG05 AOR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is HG05 AOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 AOR shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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