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LR05 TYV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,681 mi
Last recorded95,681 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 TYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2022 95,681 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 95,681 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 89,380 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 85,874 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 84,902 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 84,902 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2017 84,627 miles

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 84,627 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 82,585 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 81,459 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 81,450 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 78,735 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 78,719 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 69,147 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake pipe ends slightly corroded

front wheel bearings have slight play

Fail 27 Mar 2013 69,121 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake pipe ends slightly corroded

front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 31 Mar 2012 62,341 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 54,837 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 49,114 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 39,587 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,746 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 TYV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TYV, 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 TYV registered?

LR05 TYV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is LR05 TYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 TYV shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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