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LS55 FYB

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

76,967 mi
Last recorded76,967 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 FYB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 76,967 miles

All rear suspension components corroded

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 corners (1.1.11 (c))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 73,400 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 68,608 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 68,608 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 64,754 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 61,376 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 57,691 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 55,069 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 50,783 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 46,805 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 43,327 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 39,832 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 36,525 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 33,132 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 29,074 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 27,724 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 23,117 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 18,421 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 13,634 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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LS55 FYB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LS55 FYB, 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 LS55 FYB?

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What year was LS55 FYB registered?

LS55 FYB is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is LS55 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 FYB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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