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LD55 LMJ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

109,008 mi
Last recorded109,008 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 LMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 109,008 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2025 103,999 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2025 103,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 98,685 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside lenses have beam deflectors fitted (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

engine & underbody covers fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2023 92,042 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside beam deflectors fitted (4.1.4 (b))

engine & underbody covers fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2022 88,918 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside beam deflectors fitted (4.1.4 (b))

engine & underbody covers fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2021 80,892 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside & offside beam deflectors fitted (4.1.4 (b))

The engine & under body has covers fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2020 76,810 miles

The engine & under body has covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2019 74,415 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

The engine & under body has covers fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2018 70,029 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside & offside lenses have beam deflectors fitted (4.1.1 (b) (i))

The underbody & engine has covers fitted

Pass 24 Oct 2017 65,047 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Nearside & offside headlights have beam deflectors fitted

The engine has upper & lower covers fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2016 62,132 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

nearside & offside headlight lenses have beam deflectors fitted.

Pass 20 Oct 2015 57,650 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

The engine has upper & lower covers fitted

nearside & offside head lights have bean deflectors fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2014 54,465 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside front tyre inside sidewall deteriorating

Pass 24 Oct 2013 50,328 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 46,455 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)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 42,454 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 39,987 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 35,941 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES, TREADS WORN VERY LOW AT EDGES.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 35,941 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES, TREADS WORN VERY LOW AT EDGES.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2008 31,281 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 18,413 miles

under trays

Pass 5 Dec 2006 13,550 miles

large under trays

offside head light aim on upper limit

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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LD55 LMJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LD55 LMJ, 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 LD55 LMJ registered?

LD55 LMJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is LD55 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD55 LMJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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