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LF55 YMW

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,248 mi
Last recorded45,248 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 YMW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 45,248 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 45,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 40,348 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 40,340 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 38,771 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 36,760 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 35,331 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn slightly on outer edges.

Pass 3 Sep 2015 33,604 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 32,157 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 32,157 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 31,021 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 29,492 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 27,019 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 23,841 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 20,240 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 17,577 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 YMW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 LF55 YMW, 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 YMW registered?

LF55 YMW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is LF55 YMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF55 YMW 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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