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LN55 VAH

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

23,419 mi
Last recorded23,419 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN55 VAH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 23,419 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 17,411 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 12,609 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 8,639 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 8,351 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 8,338 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 8,321 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 8,310 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 8,310 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 8,304 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 8,304 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 8,287 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 8,260 miles

All four tyres have significant wall cracks

Pass 26 Sep 2012 8,131 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 7,157 miles

rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 23 Sep 2010 5,920 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 4,510 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 3,289 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 3,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.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 VAH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VAH, 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

How do I check the history of LN55 VAH?

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What year was LN55 VAH registered?

LN55 VAH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LN55 VAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN55 VAH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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