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BT55 LBL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

233,594 mi
Last recorded233,594 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 LBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 233,594 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2020 215,388 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 197,907 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 170,698 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 146,159 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 146,158 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 83,697 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 79,917 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 75,882 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Jun 2013 72,953 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 68,369 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jun 2012 68,369 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2011 65,897 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 53,757 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 39,613 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 39,229 miles

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

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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BT55 LBL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BT55 LBL, 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 BT55 LBL registered?

BT55 LBL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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