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HK56 LFD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

95,749 mi
Last recorded95,749 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK56 LFD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 95,749 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 90,298 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 86,783 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 84,123 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 81,201 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 78,005 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 73,385 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 68,351 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 63,834 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 59,094 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 51,612 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 Nov 2013 43,386 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 38,191 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 33,239 miles

Both front tyres are worn on the outer edges

Fail 6 Dec 2011 33,235 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both front tyres are worn on the outer edges

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 29,171 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 21,974 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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HK56 LFD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HK56 LFD, 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.

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What year was HK56 LFD registered?

HK56 LFD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 December 2006.

Is HK56 LFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK56 LFD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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