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CU54 LFY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,966 mi
Last recorded102,966 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU54 LFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2012 102,966 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 78,975 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 78,975 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 57,845 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 36,475 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 25,977 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 25,964 miles

Front registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Rear registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

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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CU54 LFY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 CU54 LFY, 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

How do I check the history of CU54 LFY?

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What year was CU54 LFY registered?

CU54 LFY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is CU54 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU54 LFY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CU54 LFY have outstanding finance?

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