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LC55 NNE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

88,129 mi
Last recorded88,129 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC55 NNE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 88,129 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2025 88,129 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 80,758 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Oct 2024 80,758 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 80,607 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replace (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 25 Oct 2022 79,981 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

inspect rear brake pads

Fail 25 Oct 2022 79,981 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

inspect rear brake pads

Pass 19 Oct 2021 79,246 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 78,338 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 76,975 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 72,404 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 72,404 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 67,291 miles

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

n/s/r park brake noisy when applied

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Oct 2016 64,342 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 19 Oct 2015 57,949 miles

Engine and Under body covers fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Oct 2014 50,660 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 50,660 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 47,610 miles

n/s/f tyre outer side wall damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2012 42,637 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 36,896 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 37,751 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2011 37,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 34,509 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 27,467 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 20,922 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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LC55 NNE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 LC55 NNE, 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 LC55 NNE registered?

LC55 NNE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is LC55 NNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC55 NNE shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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