MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
139,785 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
both front tryes wearing on inner edge
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
exhaust bracket rusty
rear tyres wearing low on edges
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
rear tyres wearing low on edges
exhaust bracket rusty
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MV05 VSF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 83,800 miles. This 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 MV05 VSF, 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 MV05 VSF registered?
MV05 VSF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2005.
Is MV05 VSF safe to buy?
The MOT history for MV05 VSF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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