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LM05 GZT

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,922 mi
Last recorded112,922 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 GZT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 112,922 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2016 107,014 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 106,986 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 103,511 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs worn and scored and slight judder

Pass 24 Jan 2014 99,729 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 98,408 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2011 94,784 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s and o/s sills have platsic sill covers,unable to fully inspect sill

slight damage o/s/r door

under body has plastic covers

Pass 30 Apr 2011 94,784 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

n/s and o/s sills have platsic sill covers,unable to fully inspect sill

slight damage o/s/r door

under body has plastic covers

Pass 27 Apr 2010 90,984 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 81,009 miles

under body cover fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2008 79,364 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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LM05 GZT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LM05 GZT, 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 LM05 GZT registered?

LM05 GZT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is LM05 GZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 GZT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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