MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
137,348 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Central exhaust hanger missing
Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Rear coil spring corroded heavily corroded (2.4.C.1b)
covers & trays
Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Central exhaust hanger missing
Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Rear coil spring corroded heavily corroded (2.4.C.1b)
covers & trays
Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
both front tyres worn on edges
osr tyre on limit
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?
Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LX05 OBH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 LX05 OBH, 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.
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What year was LX05 OBH registered?
LX05 OBH is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 March 2005.
Is LX05 OBH safe to buy?
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