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LR55 WMU

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

116,278 mi
Last recorded116,278 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2016 116,278 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

undertrays fitted

Fail 2 Nov 2016 116,278 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perishing (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2015 112,659 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 103,136 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear coil springs slightly corroded

Fail 11 Nov 2014 103,136 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear coil springs slightly corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2013 91,423 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 76,503 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 63,304 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 63,033 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 53,214 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 41,305 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 41,305 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 28,848 miles

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

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 WMU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WMU, 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 WMU registered?

LR55 WMU is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is LR55 WMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 WMU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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