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KP56 LCU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

137,485 mi
Last recorded137,485 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP56 LCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 137,485 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2026 137,479 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2025 136,508 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2025 136,475 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 134,030 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 134,029 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating N/S & O/S (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S & O/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S Front to rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Slower to operate than other side

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

Offside Front Front slower to operate than other side

Rear Lower Subframe mounting areas corroded. Rear underside of vehicle body chassis legs corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2023 133,525 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Lower Most metal brake pipes are coated in underseal type paint and is difficult to tell if they could be corroded.

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower N/S & O/S Rearmost, rear subframe mounting areas are corroded but are still free of holes or cracks.

Pass 4 Oct 2022 132,228 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced centre brake (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 132,226 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside reverse light not working

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slight damage (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced centre brake (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 130,589 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 128,853 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 128,850 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 126,427 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 124,950 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 123,236 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 121,529 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 119,791 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 117,876 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 115,398 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 107,527 miles

nearside front tyre worn low on the outer tread area

park brake warning system faulty

Pass 18 Oct 2011 88,908 miles

both rear tyres at 3mm

Pass 20 Oct 2010 73,178 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 56,360 miles

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

Offside Front 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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KP56 LCU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KP56 LCU, 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 KP56 LCU registered?

KP56 LCU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is KP56 LCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP56 LCU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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