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LM55 EWS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,112 mi
Last recorded126,112 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 126,112 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2017 126,112 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both fronts (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 117,713 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 104,408 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2013 86,341 miles

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

o/s/f strut lower spring platform damaged

Pass 22 Sep 2012 74,708 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jan 2012 71,093 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 71,093 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 65,490 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 61,903 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 52,438 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 EWS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel 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 EWS, 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 EWS registered?

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

Is LM55 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 EWS 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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