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BG55 LDN

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,486 mi
Last recorded136,486 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 LDN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 136,486 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 136,484 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 128,971 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 121,845 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 113,727 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 104,484 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 104,464 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 87,124 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 159,549 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

most areas under vehicle covered.

Pass 14 Oct 2009 153,336 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 153,336 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 132,746 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Oct 2008 132,746 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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 LDN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LDN, 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 LDN registered?

BG55 LDN is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is BG55 LDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 LDN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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