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BT06 LYD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

28,403 mi
Last recorded28,403 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT06 LYD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 28,403 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 28,249 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 28,085 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 27,800 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 27,447 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 27,076 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 26,622 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 26,051 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 25,655 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 25,466 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 25,301 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 25,093 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Nov 2013 24,707 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Nov 2013 24,707 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2012 22,935 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 20,104 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2010 16,075 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 13,517 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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BT06 LYD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BT06 LYD, 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 BT06 LYD registered?

BT06 LYD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is BT06 LYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT06 LYD shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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