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LG55 LDE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

151,536 mi
Last recorded151,536 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 LDE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 151,536 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 149,168 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 136,965 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 122,026 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 114,557 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 100,080 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 89,910 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 75,989 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 68,013 miles

front brake pads worn low

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cut on nearside front tyre inner sidewall

cuts on offside front tyre inner sidewall

nearside rear tyre very low (on 1.6mm)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 60,875 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Dec 2012 55,289 miles

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)

Fail 5 Dec 2012 55,289 miles

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)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 43,398 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 35,985 miles

both front tyres worn edges

Pass 4 Dec 2009 29,419 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 23,268 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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LG55 LDE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LG55 LDE, 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 LG55 LDE registered?

LG55 LDE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is LG55 LDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG55 LDE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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