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AK56 LYT

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,539 mi
Last recorded84,539 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 LYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 84,539 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 66,140 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 63,103 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 61,765 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 56,009 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 52,876 miles

Under body and engine covers fitted obscuring view

Pass 20 Oct 2014 47,787 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2013 42,217 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 37,433 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 37,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 33,620 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 28,189 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 21,883 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Dec 2009 21,883 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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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AK56 LYT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 80,398 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 AK56 LYT, 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 20 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 AK56 LYT registered?

AK56 LYT is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is AK56 LYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK56 LYT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK56 LYT have outstanding finance?

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