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LS55 ZTD

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

67,012 mi
Last recorded67,012 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 67,012 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 62,623 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 57,256 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 56,168 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2022 56,168 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 88,241 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 53,861 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 52,583 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 49,696 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 46,007 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 45,054 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 44,495 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 43,944 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 42,538 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 39,513 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 36,047 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 32,735 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 28,235 miles

slight pitting on o/s/r brake disc inner face

Pass 15 Dec 2008 23,815 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 ZTD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 ZTD, 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 ZTD registered?

LS55 ZTD is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 December 2005.

Is LS55 ZTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS55 ZTD 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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