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LT05 FKR

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,748 mi
Last recorded82,748 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 FKR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 82,748 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 82,748 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 68,748 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 65,547 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 62,488 miles

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

engine light on

offside jacking pad missing

Pass 6 Feb 2013 54,639 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 49,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 49,506 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 46,017 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 42,414 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 42,414 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 38,512 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 38,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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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LT05 FKR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver 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 LT05 FKR, 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 LT05 FKR registered?

LT05 FKR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is LT05 FKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT05 FKR 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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