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LD56 XWG

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,570 mi
Last recorded35,570 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 35,570 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 32,999 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 32,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 28,760 miles

offside front suspension ball joint boot split

Pass 29 Oct 2010 23,597 miles

Dash showing 'service B has been exceeded by 206 days. We will be happy to quote for a service.

The front brake discs are heavily worn and wear ridged. The pads may also be thin, but cannot be seen well during the MOT Test.

Fail 29 Oct 2010 23,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Dash showing 'service B has been exceeded by 206 days. We will be happy to quote for a service.

The front brake discs are heavily worn and wear ridged. The pads may also be thin, but cannot be seen well during the MOT Test.

Pass 29 Oct 2009 18,528 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 XWG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XWG, 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 LD56 XWG?

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What year was LD56 XWG registered?

LD56 XWG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LD56 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD56 XWG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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