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LA55 WVX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

166,302 mi
Last recorded166,302 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 WVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 166,302 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 165,457 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 165,226 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2018 163,641 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 162,322 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 159,778 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 157,612 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 153,019 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 152,438 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 148,207 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 148,027 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

play in n/s/r anti roll bar droplink

Fail 21 Nov 2012 142,289 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 Nov 2012 142,289 miles

o/s front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 12 Nov 2011 134,429 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 134,429 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 126,876 miles

o/s/r shock absorber weak

Pass 6 Nov 2009 114,077 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 92,530 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2008 92,530 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

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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LA55 WVX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LA55 WVX, 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 LA55 WVX registered?

LA55 WVX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is LA55 WVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 WVX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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