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LA55 XBX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 5439cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,500 mi
Last recorded96,500 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 XBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,439cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 96,500 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2025 90,357 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 89,598 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 78,934 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 71,755 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 62,148 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 50,476 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 48,224 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 45,549 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 41,579 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 41,579 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 38,909 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 36,385 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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LA55 XBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 5,439cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 XBX, 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 LA55 XBX?

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What year was LA55 XBX registered?

LA55 XBX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LA55 XBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 XBX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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