2005 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · DF55 LLU
2005 Mercedes-Benz C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 82,326 miles. MOT valid until 09 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,326 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DF55 LLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
- 82,326 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DF55 LLU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (DF55 LLU) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Steering (8 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Bodywork (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”.
DF55 LLU Mileage History
- 26/02/202475,076 mi
- 27/02/202580,229 mi+5,153 mi
- 27/02/202580,229 mi
- 04/03/202682,324 mi+2,095 mi
- 10/03/202682,326 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,564 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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