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LM55 EYO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

79,104 mi
Last recorded79,104 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 79,104 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 78,283 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 76,743 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 75,327 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 73,326 miles

nearside front tyre inner wall deteriated - cracked

Pass 10 Aug 2021 71,275 miles

offside front tyre inner wall deteriated -cracked

Pass 2 Sep 2020 69,366 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 66,662 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 64,472 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 61,952 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 59,170 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 56,623 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 53,513 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 50,268 miles

nearside rear tyre tread starting to wear low.

Pass 5 Apr 2012 44,784 miles

engine cover fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2011 42,317 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 39,756 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 33,808 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 33,805 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2008 27,468 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 EYO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EYO, 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 EYO registered?

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

Is LM55 EYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 EYO shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM55 EYO have outstanding finance?

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