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MH05 GBZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

101,769 mi
Last recorded101,769 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 GBZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 101,769 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 101,767 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 94,115 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2016 81,773 miles

engine cover fitted

oil leak

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2016 81,773 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine cover fitted

oil leak

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2015 72,759 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 72,758 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 66,305 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 66,265 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 21 Jan 2013 61,285 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 61,285 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 55,584 miles

NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE CUT IN SIDEWALL NO CORDS VISIBLE

ONE OF THE REAR EXHAUST MOUNTS IS NOT FITTED CORRECT

Pass 2 Feb 2011 45,190 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 41,317 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 31,420 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 22,034 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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MH05 GBZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 MH05 GBZ, 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 MH05 GBZ registered?

MH05 GBZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is MH05 GBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH05 GBZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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