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LG05 FYV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,458 mi
Last recorded75,458 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 FYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 75,458 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

under-trays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Fail 2 Jun 2017 75,458 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

under-trays fitted obscuring some underbody components

Pass 4 Apr 2016 49,457 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 32,802 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 32,282 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 80,760 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,560 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 27,559 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 24,282 miles

front brake discs worn

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Apr 2010 20,242 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 16,446 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 11,821 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 FYV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey 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 FYV, 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 FYV registered?

LG05 FYV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is LG05 FYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG05 FYV 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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