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LN55 UXA

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

75,203 mi
Last recorded75,203 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 UXA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 75,203 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 73,165 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 22 Feb 2024 73,165 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 17 Feb 2023 69,776 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 66,849 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 64,403 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 64,395 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 60,076 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 60,076 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed heavily cracked cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing no cords appear to be on show (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing no cords appear to be on show (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 56,321 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn on edges of tread

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 52,744 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 48,596 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 45,484 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 42,454 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 40,351 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 40,351 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 37,287 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 34,385 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 31,140 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 27,904 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 24,430 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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LN55 UXA 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 81%.

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 UXA, 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 UXA registered?

LN55 UXA is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is LN55 UXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 UXA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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