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MK05 GJU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,559 mi
Last recorded115,559 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 GJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 115,559 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 110,561 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 107,144 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 88,831 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2015 86,663 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2014 82,539 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osr tyre cracks in sidewall

Fail 11 Apr 2013 78,514 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 78,514 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 74,578 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 66,914 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 55,792 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 45,813 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 38,844 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 36,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake needs adjusting.

Pass 21 Feb 2008 36,388 miles

Parking brake needs adjusting.

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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MK05 GJU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MK05 GJU, 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 MK05 GJU registered?

MK05 GJU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is MK05 GJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 GJU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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