2005 Mercedes C 1.8L Petrol · LS55 WML
2005 Mercedes C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 77,414 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES C
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,414 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LS55 WML Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2025
- 77,414 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LS55 WML 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 C (LS55 WML) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt camber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
LS55 WML Mileage History
- 15/11/202270,980 mi
- 11/11/202372,401 mi+1,421 mi
- 15/11/202474,717 mi+2,316 mi
- 12/11/202577,414 mi+2,697 mi
- 12/11/202577,414 mi
Average of roughly 2,150 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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