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BG55 LBN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

941,333 mi
Last recorded941,333 miles
Recorded on23 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 LBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2020 941,333 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 92,132 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 85,098 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 77,907 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 main (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 71,892 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 of main (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2014 64,366 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 56,279 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 48,244 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 41,343 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 41,342 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 34,690 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 28,370 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 21,633 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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BG55 LBN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BG55 LBN, 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.

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What year was BG55 LBN registered?

BG55 LBN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 LBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 LBN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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