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LN05 OWC

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

50,977 mi
Last recorded50,977 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 OWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 50,977 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Jun 2026 50,977 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 50,878 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 49,503 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 49,234 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 48,348 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 48,331 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 47,993 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 46,202 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2019 46,202 miles

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

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 44,657 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 41,954 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 39,373 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 38,728 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 37,565 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 35,813 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 33,729 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 29,194 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 23,142 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 17,752 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 14,521 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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LN05 OWC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LN05 OWC, 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 LN05 OWC registered?

LN05 OWC is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is LN05 OWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN05 OWC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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