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MF05 XFG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

152,869 mi
Last recorded152,869 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 XFG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 152,869 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 143,989 miles

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 137,345 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged sun damage (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

fluid leaking from steering rack gaiter

Fail 12 Apr 2024 137,312 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged sun damage (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

fluid leaking from steering rack gaiter

Pass 10 Apr 2023 131,429 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2023 131,429 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both side (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 129,306 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 127,711 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2020 126,223 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 123,609 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both side (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 120,325 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 116,942 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 116,942 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 113,672 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 109,784 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 106,739 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Oct 2012 102,140 miles

Auto brake pedal rubber worn.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside washer jets semi-blocked.

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 102,140 miles

Auto brake pedal rubber worn.

Nearside washer jets semi-blocked.

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 96,635 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 75,727 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 50,133 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 28,356 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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MF05 XFG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MF05 XFG, 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 MF05 XFG registered?

MF05 XFG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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