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MV05 VXG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,682 mi
Last recorded134,682 miles
Recorded on12 May 2011
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 VXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2011 134,682 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 134,682 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 122,764 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 103,567 miles

osr & nsr tyre on where indicators

Pass 4 Apr 2008 83,242 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 79,802 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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MV05 VXG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 VXG, 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 MV05 VXG registered?

MV05 VXG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is MV05 VXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 VXG shows 6 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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