2005 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · 103 JTW
2005 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 23 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 114,193 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,193 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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103 JTW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/03/2026
- 114,193 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
103 JTW 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 (103 JTW) between March 2022 and March 2026.
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: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). 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.
103 JTW Mileage History
- 29/03/202283,652 mi
- 13/03/202391,674 mi+8,022 mi
- 01/03/2024100,630 mi+8,956 mi
- 06/03/2025108,499 mi+7,869 mi
- 19/03/2026114,193 mi+5,694 mi
Average of roughly 7,688 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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