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LM55 EVX

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

100,423 mi
Last recorded100,423 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 EVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 100,423 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 94,739 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 87,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 84,084 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 77,241 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 70,461 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 66,499 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 59,073 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 54,642 miles

advise nearside front tyre on 2mm

Fail 9 Dec 2014 54,623 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

advise nearside front tyre on 2mm

Pass 12 Dec 2013 48,862 miles

advise slight damage to offside front road wheel

Pass 10 Dec 2012 45,027 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 40,121 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear

Fail 24 Dec 2011 40,121 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

child seat fitted to nearside rear

Pass 16 Dec 2010 34,741 miles

advise both sides rear tyres on 2mm.

advise check tracking

advise front tyres wearing slight wear on edges.

Fail 16 Dec 2010 34,741 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise both sides rear tyres on 2mm.

advise check tracking

advise front tyres wearing slight wear on edges.

Pass 15 Dec 2009 28,779 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 60,172 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 22,591 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 EVX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EVX, 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 EVX registered?

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

Is LM55 EVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 EVX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM55 EVX have outstanding finance?

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