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LV55 GJZ

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,721 mi
Last recorded61,721 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 GJZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2019 61,721 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 57,697 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 54,858 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 50,966 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 48,923 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 45,610 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 42,252 miles

offside and nearside front brake pads approx 70% worn

Pass 1 Feb 2012 37,832 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 32,254 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Sep 2009 23,548 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 19,619 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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LV55 GJZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LV55 GJZ, 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

How do I check the history of LV55 GJZ?

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What year was LV55 GJZ registered?

LV55 GJZ is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is LV55 GJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 GJZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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