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LM55 DPK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

103,536 mi
Last recorded103,536 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 DPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 103,536 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2018 103,410 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high mounting broken (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 98,473 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Various corrosion points on all rear brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 94,005 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint front lower rear ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2016 81,279 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 69,630 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 59,513 miles

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

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

front tyres wearing with a "feathered" pattern on inside edges

Pass 22 Jan 2013 50,166 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 44,649 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2012 44,649 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 29,376 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 22,987 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 DPK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DPK, 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 DPK registered?

LM55 DPK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 24 December 2005.

Is LM55 DPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 DPK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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