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LM55 KKF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

130,999 mi
Last recorded130,999 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2019 130,999 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2019 130,999 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 128,325 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2018 128,229 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 116,028 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 106,346 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 98,060 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 92,694 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 83,105 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 70,914 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 66,531 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 55,867 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 44,220 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 32,126 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 KKF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KKF, 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.

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What year was LM55 KKF registered?

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

Is LM55 KKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 KKF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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