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LS55 NUP

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,173 mi
Last recorded135,173 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 NUP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 135,173 miles

Engine management light on.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s front (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and o/s rear (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 121,030 miles

Offside Front Outer Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 107,943 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 94,541 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 94,010 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 21 Dec 2012 90,051 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2012 90,051 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 77,979 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 68,996 miles

advise slight movement steering column bulkhead bush

Pass 30 Sep 2009 55,819 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 54,534 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 25 Nov 2008 54,534 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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 NUP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LS55 NUP, 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 LS55 NUP registered?

LS55 NUP is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is LS55 NUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 NUP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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