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LV05 GWZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

136,507 mi
Last recorded136,507 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 GWZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 136,507 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 133,630 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 127,942 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin APPROX 3000 MILES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2022 121,698 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 116,889 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 109,819 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 98,101 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 85,502 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 71,675 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn outer edge

Pass 30 Apr 2016 59,222 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 59,222 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 55,406 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management lamp indicating a fault

Pass 22 Jun 2015 55,406 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management lamp indicating a fault

Pass 25 Jun 2014 51,190 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 51,190 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 46,686 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 40,732 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2011 34,641 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 29,850 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 24,996 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 21,126 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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LV05 GWZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LV05 GWZ, 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 LV05 GWZ registered?

LV05 GWZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is LV05 GWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 GWZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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