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LK55 ETF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

114,219 mi
Last recorded114,219 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 ETF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 114,219 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 109,579 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Link lower boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 109,579 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Link lower boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 107,263 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 106,036 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 106,036 miles

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 104,394 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 100,169 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 95,533 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 89,776 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 85,750 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 79,471 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 73,794 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 65,679 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Mar 2012 65,679 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 50,828 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 37,349 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

o/s/f tyre outer wall split

Fail 5 Dec 2009 37,307 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

o/s/f tyre outer wall split

Pass 2 Dec 2008 26,762 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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LK55 ETF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LK55 ETF, 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 LK55 ETF registered?

LK55 ETF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is LK55 ETF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK55 ETF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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