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GX55 LRV

2005 Mercedes-benz C 320

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

93,416 mi
Last recorded93,416 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C 32089,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 LRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC 320
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2013 93,416 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 93,353 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 84,605 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 84,605 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 71,488 miles

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Fail 29 Sep 2011 71,469 miles

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

offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Sep 2010 57,305 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 57,286 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 41,115 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 21,401 miles

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

front brake pads are wearing low

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C 320?

Based on 72,432 MOT tests across 4,550 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
5,922
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
4,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,754
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,071
coil spring broken 970
coil spring fractured 791
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 733
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GX55 LRV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C 320 in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz C 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 89,600 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 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,754 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 LRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz C 320 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX55 LRV registered?

GX55 LRV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C 320, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is GX55 LRV safe to buy?

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