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LM55 BXS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

113,435 mi
Last recorded113,435 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 BXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 113,435 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 103,986 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 96,481 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 88,372 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Oct 2013 81,264 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 80,259 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 80,031 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 59,037 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 41,897 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 41,896 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine oil level low.

Front discs corroded on friction surface.

Rear discs corroded on friction surface.

Pass 15 Dec 2010 36,703 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 36,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 30,495 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2008 25,621 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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LM55 BXS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LM55 BXS, 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 LM55 BXS registered?

LM55 BXS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 December 2005.

Is LM55 BXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 BXS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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