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2005 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · GY55 ADO

GY55 ADO

2005 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 27 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 103,933 miles. MOT expired on 11 Jun 2025.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ C
Year / Origin
2005 · Canterbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 11 Jun 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
103,933 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 11 Jun 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2005
Engine
2148cc
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GY55 ADO Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/06/2024
  • 103,933 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

GY55 ADO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Oct 2026, 02:05
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (GY55 ADO) between November 2021 and June 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 16 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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.

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GY55 ADO Mileage History

  1. 16/11/202182,023 mi
  2. 08/03/202393,071 mi+11,048 mi
  3. 13/06/2024103,933 mi+10,862 mi

Average of roughly 8,513 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203)

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2005 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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