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P2 CGK

2005 Mercedes-benz 320

Grey Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

139,321 mi
Last recorded139,321 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz 32096,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 CGK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 139,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s handbrake requires attention

Pass 10 Jun 2025 137,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 137,822 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s handbrake requires attention

Pass 6 Jun 2024 136,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 133,787 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

battery u/s

Pass 14 Jun 2022 130,533 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 130,532 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 126,038 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 126,038 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 122,596 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 16 Jun 2020 122,590 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 25 Jun 2019 118,245 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 98,031 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 95,847 miles

rear tyres perishing

Pass 30 Jul 2016 94,354 miles

Both front tyres starting to perish

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2015 92,190 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

screws missing from undertray

Fail 15 Aug 2015 92,186 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

screws missing from undertray

Pass 30 May 2014 89,543 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 85,582 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 83,641 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 81,581 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 79,935 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 61,624 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 45,525 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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P2 CGK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 320 in Grey with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 96,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P2 CGK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P2 CGK registered?

P2 CGK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is P2 CGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 CGK shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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