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LD55 LVB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,721 mi
Last recorded92,721 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 LVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 92,721 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 18 Oct 2016 88,206 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 83,632 miles

Offside Front Blinker lamp has moisture in it, but still visable from a distance

Pass 17 Oct 2014 78,536 miles

Condensation in O/S indicator side repeater.

Pass 4 Oct 2013 73,337 miles

N/S/F tyre very worn on outer edge.

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 4 Oct 2013 73,337 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

N/S/F tyre very worn on outer edge.

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 18 Oct 2012 66,319 miles

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

N/S/F Tyre very worn on outer edge.

Pass 4 Oct 2011 56,585 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 15 Oct 2010 46,194 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 38,545 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 27,846 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)

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 LVB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LD55 LVB, 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 LD55 LVB?

You can check the full history of LD55 LVB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LD55 LVB registered?

LD55 LVB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is LD55 LVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD55 LVB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD55 LVB have outstanding finance?

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