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AO55 LOF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

189,903 mi
Last recorded189,903 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 LOF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2016 189,903 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 20 Aug 2016 189,903 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 172,436 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front fog light lens broken

Pass 4 Sep 2014 148,215 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 129,006 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 108,719 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 93,110 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 77,241 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 60,810 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 44,327 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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AO55 LOF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AO55 LOF, 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 AO55 LOF registered?

AO55 LOF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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