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LN55 ORT

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

62,349 mi
Last recorded62,349 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 ORT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 62,349 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2016 62,110 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 59,495 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 59,495 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 55,647 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 52,902 miles

engine management lamp on indicating a fault

Fail 3 Jun 2013 52,895 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine management lamp on indicating a fault

Pass 5 Apr 2012 46,682 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 46,561 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 38,741 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 30,989 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 30,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 21,989 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 21,989 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LN55 ORT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 LN55 ORT, 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 LN55 ORT registered?

LN55 ORT is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LN55 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 ORT shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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