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MH05 MVD

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,713 mi
Last recorded76,713 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 MVD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 76,713 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (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))

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 7 Jul 2025 73,808 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2024 69,959 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2023 69,847 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2022 69,010 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 69,010 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 65,516 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 62,530 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 59,552 miles

Parking brake lever travel

Pass 31 Oct 2018 56,806 miles

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 Oct 2017 52,873 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 49,189 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 43,041 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 38,398 miles

camber and castor bush's lightly cracked

Pass 18 Mar 2014 37,293 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 34,920 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 32,534 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 30,058 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2010 27,339 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,905 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 18,796 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 18,796 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 MVD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MH05 MVD, 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

How do I check the history of MH05 MVD?

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What year was MH05 MVD registered?

MH05 MVD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is MH05 MVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH05 MVD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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