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BG55 LFF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,913 mi
Last recorded111,913 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 LFF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2024 111,913 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2023 111,826 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 110,980 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 107,409 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 100,537 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 98,251 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 90,656 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 68,995 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 52,349 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2015 52,344 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 35,505 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Oct 2014 35,386 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2013 21,453 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Sep 2012 18,938 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both offside tyres perished

Pass 30 Sep 2011 17,026 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 14,935 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 12,445 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 8,279 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 LFF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LFF, 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 BG55 LFF registered?

BG55 LFF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is BG55 LFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 LFF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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