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LG05 FSF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,524 mi
Last recorded131,524 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 FSF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 131,524 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

oil leak

Fail 12 Aug 2017 131,524 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2016 111,094 miles

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

gearbox sump slightly leaking

rear suspension components corroded slightly

Fail 3 Aug 2016 111,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

gearbox sump slightly leaking

rear suspension components corroded slightly

Pass 13 Aug 2015 93,111 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 70,537 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 57,344 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 44,295 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 39,972 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 35,176 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 29,636 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 25,000 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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LG05 FSF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LG05 FSF, 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.

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What year was LG05 FSF registered?

LG05 FSF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is LG05 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG05 FSF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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