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LR55 CXJ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,164 mi
Last recorded91,164 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 CXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 91,164 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 91,162 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 77,940 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2017 70,518 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 70,518 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 68,397 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 63,551 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 63,551 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 59,140 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 54,238 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 49,208 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 43,463 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 39,571 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 35,347 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 31,391 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Oct 2008 31,279 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LR55 CXJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LR55 CXJ, 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 LR55 CXJ?

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What year was LR55 CXJ registered?

LR55 CXJ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is LR55 CXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 CXJ shows 16 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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