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KM55 LZP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

67,412 mi
Last recorded67,412 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM55 LZP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2021 67,412 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 63,163 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 57,968 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 52,665 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 52,313 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 52,313 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2017 48,065 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 43,095 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 43,095 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 36,213 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 29,753 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s rear tyre on limit for wear

Pass 17 Nov 2014 29,753 miles

o/s rear tyre on limit for wear

Pass 30 Jun 2014 28,236 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 23,041 miles

small cut to nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Feb 2012 18,613 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 18,500 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 15,633 miles

OFF SIDE FRONT/NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE GROVE HAS SLIGHT CRACKES

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE GROVE HAS SLIGHT CRACKES

Pass 21 Oct 2009 12,484 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 10,737 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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KM55 LZP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 KM55 LZP, 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 KM55 LZP registered?

KM55 LZP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is KM55 LZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM55 LZP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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