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HT05 GFK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,005 mi
Last recorded41,005 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT05 GFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 41,005 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 39,511 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 38,174 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 36,553 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 36,199 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 36,199 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 33,951 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 33,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 31,697 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 30,119 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 26,759 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 26,110 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 25,399 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 24,022 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 17,777 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 43,983 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 14,564 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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HT05 GFK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 HT05 GFK, 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 HT05 GFK registered?

HT05 GFK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is HT05 GFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT05 GFK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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