MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
156,574 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both ,worn inner edges (4.1.E.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
both front tyres worn on tread edges
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
both front tyres worn on tread edges
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
horn sounds slightly harsh/weak
some brake pedal travel noted - pedal is firm when servo is depleted
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
horn sounds slightly harsh/weak
some brake pedal travel noted - pedal is firm when servo is depleted
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
o/s/f tyre worn on edges
near side front tyre worn on edges
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
near side front tyre worn on edges
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LS55 SMX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 SMX, 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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How do I check the history of LS55 SMX?
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What year was LS55 SMX registered?
LS55 SMX is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 December 2005.
Is LS55 SMX safe to buy?
The MOT history for LS55 SMX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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