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LT55 OEE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

150,125 mi
Last recorded150,125 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT55 OEE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 150,125 miles

Brake rod corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Handlebar slightly corroded (2.2.1 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 108,850 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 106,790 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 101,108 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 95,123 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Underbody tray fitted

Pass 8 Jan 2021 94,071 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 90,459 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 85,839 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 85,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different size tyres are fitted on twin wheels (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 83,664 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 79,391 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 74,344 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 74,344 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 70,246 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 66,421 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Mar 2013 60,013 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 56,962 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 49,856 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 46,754 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 46,523 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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LT55 OEE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OEE, 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 OEE registered?

LT55 OEE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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