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LK05 SDV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,336 mi
Last recorded43,336 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK05 SDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 43,336 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 41,026 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 38,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Fail 23 Feb 2021 38,751 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre close to ten years old (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 34,949 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 34,931 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyre wear to outer edges

Pass 13 Feb 2019 30,475 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 26,292 miles

oil leak

Fail 15 Feb 2018 26,292 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 3 Feb 2017 23,538 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 23,045 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 22,188 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 22,046 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 21,791 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 21,592 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 21,426 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 20,583 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 18,989 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 16,466 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 16,443 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

hand brake n/s 86 [n/l] o/s 133[n/l]

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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LK05 SDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LK05 SDV, 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 LK05 SDV registered?

LK05 SDV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is LK05 SDV safe to buy?

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