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LK55 OVZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,480 mi
Last recorded83,480 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK55 OVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 83,480 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 82,989 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 82,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 81,953 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 76,889 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 76,883 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering retaining device insecure Steering adjustment device insecure (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2016 70,165 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 66,243 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2014 60,749 miles

engine oil low mark

rear brake pads look low

Pass 24 Sep 2013 52,821 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 45,136 miles

Both rear tyres on 3.0mm

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Slight play in o/s/f bottom arm ball joint

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2011 39,320 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 31,481 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

slight play in offside and nearside front suspension

Pass 13 Oct 2009 22,065 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

cuts in near side rear tyre tread

Pass 14 Oct 2008 14,043 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 OVZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OVZ, 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 OVZ registered?

LK55 OVZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 December 2005.

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