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LF55 HMZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,282 mi
Last recorded103,282 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 HMZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 103,282 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 103,282 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 94,564 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 82,695 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 71,692 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 68,967 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 64,178 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2014 57,754 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 49,817 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 43,937 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 38,276 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 32,873 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 27,109 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 27,109 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 19,992 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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LF55 HMZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LF55 HMZ, 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 LF55 HMZ registered?

LF55 HMZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is LF55 HMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF55 HMZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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