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LM55 KNU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,839 mi
Last recorded126,839 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2016 126,839 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 91,418 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 79,707 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 79,707 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

n/s/r outer cv gaiter split

Pass 5 Aug 2013 68,055 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 58,709 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 48,961 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 48,961 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 38,682 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 38,682 miles

Nearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 30,027 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 KNU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KNU, 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 KNU registered?

LM55 KNU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 25 December 2005.

Is LM55 KNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM55 KNU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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