2005 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · G11 CAH
2005 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 21 Jun 2005. Recorded mileage 136,401 miles. MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,401 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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G11 CAH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2025
- 136,401 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
G11 CAH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (G11 CAH) between November 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
G11 CAH Mileage History
- 10/11/2021110,391 mi
- 05/11/2022117,107 mi+6,716 mi
- 11/11/2023123,741 mi+6,634 mi
- 26/10/2024129,104 mi+5,363 mi
- 10/11/2025136,401 mi+7,297 mi
Average of roughly 6,503 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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