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LS05 EAK

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,050 mi
Last recorded114,050 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 EAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2019 114,050 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2019 114,050 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2016 113,619 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 97,651 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 97,584 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 97,584 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 95,549 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 84,214 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 84,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 78,034 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 57,102 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 43,244 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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LS05 EAK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LS05 EAK, 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 LS05 EAK registered?

LS05 EAK is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is LS05 EAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 EAK shows 12 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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