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LR05 NWG

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

191,141 mi
Last recorded191,141 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 NWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 191,141 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 186,598 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 181,163 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Feb 2024 181,163 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 176,364 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 163,665 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 154,794 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 May 2019 144,225 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 133,971 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 May 2017 123,218 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 112,667 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 106,909 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 95,059 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 86,701 miles

Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 78,929 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 73,445 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 65,987 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 57,734 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 48,871 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 NWG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 NWG, 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 LR05 NWG registered?

LR05 NWG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is LR05 NWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 NWG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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