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LR05 TBO

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

152,764 mi
Last recorded152,764 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 152,764 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 150,175 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 143,415 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 142,356 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 137,933 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 133,947 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 129,437 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 129,437 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2019 120,425 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 120,355 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 110,454 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 110,454 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 99,742 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 92,768 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 84,021 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 77,395 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 77,395 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 70,395 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 63,096 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 53,466 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 47,268 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 40,692 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2008 32,999 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 TBO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LR05 TBO, 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 TBO registered?

LR05 TBO is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is LR05 TBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 TBO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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