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LF56 GVE

2006 Mercedes-benz 350

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

135,300 mi
Last recorded135,300 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF56 GVE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model350
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 135,300 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 112,231 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both head lamps masks/ converters fitted at time of the test.

Fail 12 Apr 2023 112,231 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both head lamps masks/ converters fitted at time of the test.

Pass 27 Nov 2021 110,563 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 104,106 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 104,106 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2019 100,921 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 350?

Based on 11,867 MOT tests across 1,405 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
1,405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 748
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 543
brake binding 449
Headlamp aim too low 313
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 299
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LF56 GVE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 350 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 350 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF56 GVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 350 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 350 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LF56 GVE registered?

LF56 GVE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 350, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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