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GX55 LDV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

130,297 mi
Last recorded130,297 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 LDV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 130,297 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 125,441 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre is also wearing on outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 124,033 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL steel brake pipes corroded - require cleaning/greasing (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front suspension mounting top bearing has slight play

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

engine light illuminated on dash - vehicle registered before 2008

vehicle underside has general age related corrosion at rear end

Pass 3 May 2023 121,868 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 2 May 2023 121,868 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 May 2022 118,355 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 118,353 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 117,032 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 117,022 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 109,791 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 105,222 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 100,832 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 93,219 miles

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

could not get trailer socket tp work

Pass 2 Apr 2015 83,209 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 73,143 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 63,818 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 53,688 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 42,954 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 32,520 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 26,558 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 26,558 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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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GX55 LDV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 GX55 LDV, 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 GX55 LDV registered?

GX55 LDV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is GX55 LDV safe to buy?

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