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L892 JGM

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,470 mi
Last recorded30,470 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL892 JGM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 30,470 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 30,248 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 29,983 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 29,259 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 29,259 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 27,901 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 27,284 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2020 27,284 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 26,080 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 24,657 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 23,381 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 21,893 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 20,519 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 18,652 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 16,043 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2013 16,043 miles

Offside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 13,708 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 11,982 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 10,283 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 8,626 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 7,182 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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L892 JGM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 L892 JGM, 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 L892 JGM registered?

L892 JGM is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is L892 JGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L892 JGM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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