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MK05 GJX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,503 mi
Last recorded141,503 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 GJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 141,503 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 136,733 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 132,961 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 130,022 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 128,135 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 119,388 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 119,379 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 108,158 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 98,465 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 80,517 miles

advise both rear tyres aprox 2/5 ml tread

Pass 29 Feb 2008 53,887 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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MK05 GJX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 MK05 GJX, 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 MK05 GJX registered?

MK05 GJX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MK05 GJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 GJX shows 11 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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