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LG05 ZZO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,404 mi
Last recorded64,404 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 ZZO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 64,404 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Oct 2015 64,404 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)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 57,293 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Sep 2014 57,247 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Feb 2014 54,550 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Feb 2014 54,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jan 2013 48,496 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 48,496 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 42,796 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 22,391 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 ZZO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZZO, 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 ZZO registered?

LG05 ZZO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 March 2005.

Is LG05 ZZO safe to buy?

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