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LT55 HXF

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

59,344 mi
Last recorded59,344 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 HXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 59,344 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 58,994 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 58,537 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 58,124 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 57,649 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 56,304 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 56,304 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 54,196 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 53,446 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 52,641 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 52,088 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 52,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 51,033 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 50,257 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 48,982 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 47,349 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 47,349 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 45,098 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 38,394 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 31,679 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 24,244 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 19,234 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 19,234 miles

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

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

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.

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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LT55 HXF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LT55 HXF, 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 LT55 HXF registered?

LT55 HXF is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is LT55 HXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT55 HXF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LT55 HXF have outstanding finance?

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