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LX55 OFS

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

39,123 mi
Last recorded39,123 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 OFS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 39,123 miles

Nearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 32,516 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 26,681 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 26,680 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55 r16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 23,644 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 22,384 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 19,341 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 15,223 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 12,469 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 12,446 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 12,361 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 12,286 miles

Nearside Front tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 11 Aug 2015 12,129 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 11,959 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 11,701 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 11,369 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 11,021 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 10,385 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 9,845 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 9,026 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,026 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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LX55 OFS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LX55 OFS, 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 LX55 OFS registered?

LX55 OFS is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LX55 OFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX55 OFS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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