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LX05 OPR

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,744 mi
Last recorded121,744 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 OPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 121,744 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 111,149 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Inner Road wheel slightly distorted all wheels (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 102,936 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 6 Mar 2020 102,930 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect head lamp faded (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect head lamp faded (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust mounting defective broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 96,363 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 89,439 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 89,437 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 82,019 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 67,878 miles

front brake disc's corroded on edges.

nearside front indicator light faded up.

nearside front tyre outer side wall damage (kerbed)

Fail 20 Feb 2016 67,437 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front brake disc's corroded on edges.

nearside front indicator light faded up.

nearside front tyre outer side wall damage (kerbed)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 56,279 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 56,276 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 50,386 miles

n/s/r and n/s/f tyres 2mm

Pass 8 Feb 2013 46,780 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 43,950 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside door mirror slightly insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 40,611 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 35,906 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 30,343 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre slight wear on outer edge

Pass 4 Mar 2008 24,344 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 4 Mar 2008 24,343 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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LX05 OPR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OPR, 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 LX05 OPR registered?

LX05 OPR is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is LX05 OPR safe to buy?

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