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LR05 DYW

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,626 mi
Last recorded129,626 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 DYW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2013 129,626 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 119,902 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 110,418 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 110,417 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 100,243 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 91,846 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 91,842 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 81,730 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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LR05 DYW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LR05 DYW, 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 LR05 DYW?

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What year was LR05 DYW registered?

LR05 DYW is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is LR05 DYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 DYW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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