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LK05 UCU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,294 mi
Last recorded164,294 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 164,294 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 146,333 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 124,263 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 104,499 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 86,038 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 86,038 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 69,081 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 53,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 53,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 42,774 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 30,045 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 16,636 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 11,917 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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LK05 UCU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UCU, 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 UCU registered?

LK05 UCU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is LK05 UCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK05 UCU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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