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LF05 MJV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,962 mi
Last recorded97,962 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 MJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 97,962 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 Jul 2021 97,961 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Jul 2020 89,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 83,075 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2018 81,400 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2017 75,594 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 75,593 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 70,885 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 65,517 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 61,176 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 58,291 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 52,024 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 45,908 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 41,003 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 32,125 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 25,218 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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LF05 MJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LF05 MJV, 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 LF05 MJV registered?

LF05 MJV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is LF05 MJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 MJV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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