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LN05 PCV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

13,803 mi
Last recorded13,803 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 13,803 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 12,605 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 11,793 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/R and O/R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 10,713 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 10,278 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 9,934 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 9,459 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 8,954 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 8,563 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 8,172 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 7,859 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 7,363 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 7,030 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 6,566 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 5,937 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 5,250 miles

Front tyre size are 225/45/17, and rear tyres are 245/40/17, this may cause problem with ABS, or traction control, unless it is designed. Please check with mercedes to make sure

Off side front side wall damaged, minor damages on the RIM, rim is repairable

Fail 23 Jul 2011 5,250 miles

Front tyre size are 225/45/17, and rear tyres are 245/40/17, this may cause problem with ABS, or traction control, unless it is designed. Please check with mercedes to make sure

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Off side front side wall damaged, minor damages on the RIM, rim is repairable

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 4,434 miles

cut in offside front tyre wall

Pass 17 Jul 2009 3,496 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 2,079 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 PCV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol 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 LN05 PCV, 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 PCV registered?

LN05 PCV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is LN05 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN05 PCV 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.

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