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LS55 VHL

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,147 mi
Last recorded109,147 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 109,147 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 105,480 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 105,451 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside front tyre chipped sidewall

Pass 28 Dec 2015 96,053 miles

nail offside rear

Pass 7 Nov 2014 85,530 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 77,641 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 65,516 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 52,607 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 42,161 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 33,693 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 25,066 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2008 24,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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 VHL is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 VHL, 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 VHL registered?

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

Is LS55 VHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 VHL 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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