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LR55 FSU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

145,787 mi
Last recorded145,787 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 FSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 145,787 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 141,951 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2021 141,951 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 138,417 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 134,735 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 127,843 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2018 127,843 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 120,675 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 120,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 112,031 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 112,031 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 104,778 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2015 104,778 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 96,840 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 96,830 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 86,510 miles

n/s/f tyre has side wall damage

Fail 30 Oct 2013 86,500 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre has side wall damage

Pass 29 Nov 2012 79,022 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust deteriorated

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

Fail 29 Nov 2012 79,022 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust deteriorated

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 26 Sep 2011 67,249 miles

nearside front tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 7 Oct 2010 60,864 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 52,802 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 52,800 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 43,726 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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LR55 FSU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LR55 FSU, 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 LR55 FSU registered?

LR55 FSU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is LR55 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 FSU shows 24 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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