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MV55 LAE

2005 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,696 mi
Last recorded163,696 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz C83,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV55 LAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2019 163,696 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 158,730 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 150,635 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 133,999 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 115,766 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 93,639 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 75,827 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 49,698 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 40,065 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 32,206 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 26,570 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 23,885 miles

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

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

n/s/rear tyre has a cut in side wall but not exposing ply or cords

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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MV55 LAE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MV55 LAE, 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 MV55 LAE registered?

MV55 LAE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is MV55 LAE safe to buy?

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