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LD56 VFM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,450 mi
Last recorded61,450 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD56 VFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 61,450 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 61,450 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 59,161 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 55,833 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 50,042 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 45,152 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 46,488 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 45,503 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2019 45,503 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2019 43,604 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 39,420 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 36,487 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 35,060 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 32,621 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 30,684 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 28,695 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 23,407 miles

unable to test all steering/ brake /suspension due to covers fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2009 16,459 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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LD56 VFM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LD56 VFM, 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 LD56 VFM registered?

LD56 VFM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is LD56 VFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 VFM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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