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GF56 LYX

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

190,218 mi
Last recorded190,218 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 LYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 190,218 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded x 2 rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 183,051 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroded

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 173,712 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated O/S , N/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S , N/S corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 164,603 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 25 Oct 2022 164,526 miles

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure n/s,o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 155,155 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s,o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s,o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 146,926 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 140,591 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 136,600 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 132,618 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 129,143 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 117,820 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 117,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 106,998 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 98,444 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 90,081 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 90,081 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 82,265 miles

Engine under cover fitted not allowing full inspection

Under floor protectors fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Dec 2010 70,516 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 58,230 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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GF56 LYX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GF56 LYX, 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 GF56 LYX registered?

GF56 LYX is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is GF56 LYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 LYX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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