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LN55 OXA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

116,642 mi
Last recorded116,642 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 OXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 116,642 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Jun 2016 112,717 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2015 107,245 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jun 2014 102,858 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

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

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 May 2013 97,234 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 May 2013 97,229 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 90,076 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 86,472 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 86,368 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front brake pads worn low. engine management light on dash.

Pass 26 Oct 2010 75,600 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 52,305 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 32,450 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 32,450 miles

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

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

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 OXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LN55 OXA, 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 LN55 OXA registered?

LN55 OXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 November 2005.

Is LN55 OXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 OXA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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