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LS55 SKV

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

97,125 mi
Last recorded97,125 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS55 SKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2021 97,125 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2021 97,125 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 94,608 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Jul 2019 87,931 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 79,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust fixing rusty

Rear noise in handbrake system

general wear on suspension bushs front and rear

Pass 20 Jul 2017 76,503 miles

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

rear suspension springs rusty

Pass 21 Jul 2016 73,399 miles

both rear brake hoses perishing

plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

Pass 22 Jul 2015 69,756 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jul 2014 67,457 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres wearing close to wear markers

Pass 14 Jun 2013 62,529 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2012 57,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s front tyre wearing low

service light on

Pass 3 Jun 2011 52,636 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

NOTE plastic covers etc prevent full inspection

both rear tyres wearing close to wear markers

check for slight judder on front brakes

Pass 15 Jun 2010 47,314 miles

NOTE sill covers and underguards prevent full inspection

Pass 14 Jan 2009 33,703 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 SKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SKV, 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 SKV?

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What year was LS55 SKV registered?

LS55 SKV is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is LS55 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 SKV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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