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LM55 EVW

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,162 mi
Last recorded121,162 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2023 121,162 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 115,363 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 107,894 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 99,944 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 92,060 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 86,018 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 83,197 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 80,467 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 77,548 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 73,346 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 69,491 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 65,003 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 54,008 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 42,406 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 31,251 miles

both front tyres are worn slightly more on the outer edge

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 EVW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EVW, 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

How do I check the history of LM55 EVW?

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What year was LM55 EVW registered?

LM55 EVW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LM55 EVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 EVW shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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