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LD55 VPY

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

24,054 mi
Last recorded24,054 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD55 VPY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 24,054 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 24,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 23,920 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 23,920 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2022 23,881 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 23,545 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 23,252 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 23,252 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 22,615 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 21,433 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 21,432 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 21,281 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 20,858 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 18,209 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 17,946 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 17,671 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 17,464 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 17,222 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 16,307 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 13,335 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 11,355 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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LD55 VPY is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VPY, 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 VPY registered?

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

Is LD55 VPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD55 VPY shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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