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MK05 GPF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

188,885 mi
Last recorded188,885 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 GPF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 188,885 miles

brake pipes coverd with sealant obscured view

slight under body corrosion

Fail 11 Sep 2014 175,196 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 175,196 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 159,806 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 159,382 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 159,382 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 136,194 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 17 Oct 2012 136,194 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 108,654 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 102,694 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 16 Aug 2011 102,691 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Aug 2010 74,382 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 72,508 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 60,182 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 47,851 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 GPF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GPF, 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 GPF registered?

MK05 GPF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is MK05 GPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 GPF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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