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LL55 BPV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

133,070 mi
Last recorded133,070 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL55 BPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 133,070 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 131,987 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 131,322 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 129,992 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 127,005 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 123,668 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 123,116 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 118,792 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 112,844 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 112,844 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working bulb changed (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 103,681 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 91,735 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust system mount snapped off

Pass 2 Jul 2014 81,308 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 71,788 miles

all brake discs slightly worn

Pass 11 Jun 2012 65,041 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 56,323 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 45,975 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on inner and outer shoulders

Pass 30 Jun 2009 31,671 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 19,972 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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LL55 BPV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LL55 BPV, 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 LL55 BPV registered?

LL55 BPV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LL55 BPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL55 BPV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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