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LR55 YUF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

96,485 mi
Last recorded96,485 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 YUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2020 96,485 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2019 89,338 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Dec 2019 89,338 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 79,514 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 79,514 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 63,189 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 47,475 miles

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

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

hand brake leaver too low required adjustment or repair

Pass 9 Dec 2015 43,695 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 41,980 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 39,909 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jan 2013 38,129 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre cuts in sidewall

Fail 2 Jan 2013 38,129 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front tyre cuts in sidewall

Pass 30 Dec 2011 36,661 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 33,552 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 28,407 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 20,167 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 YUF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YUF, 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.

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What year was LR55 YUF registered?

LR55 YUF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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