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LA56 ETY

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

68,770 mi
Last recorded68,770 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA56 ETY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 68,770 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 67,946 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 66,881 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 65,746 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 60,381 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 2 Dec 2021 60,364 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 58,152 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 56,088 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 52,900 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 52,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 50,678 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 48,392 miles

both rear tyres cuts and cracking on sidewalls

nearside front tyre cut in sidewall

Fail 24 Nov 2016 48,392 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres cuts and cracking on sidewalls

nearside front tyre cut in sidewall

Pass 13 Nov 2015 45,200 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 41,809 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 41,807 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 37,073 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 32,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Nov 2011 28,368 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 28,368 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2009 16,624 miles

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

offside rear tyre cut in outer sidewall reccomend attention soon

runout rear brakes

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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LA56 ETY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LA56 ETY, 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

How do I check the history of LA56 ETY?

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What year was LA56 ETY registered?

LA56 ETY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 17 December 2006.

Is LA56 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA56 ETY shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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