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LM55 DPE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,222 mi
Last recorded81,222 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 81,222 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 81,217 miles

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

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

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

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

engine management light on dash

Pass 4 Jan 2016 76,701 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 69,891 miles

2 rear indicators showing white slightly

Pass 9 Dec 2013 63,516 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 63,516 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 57,913 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 49,983 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 41,937 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 34,417 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 27,266 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 DPE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol 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 LM55 DPE, 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 DPE registered?

LM55 DPE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is LM55 DPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 DPE 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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