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LG56 KGY

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

88,952 mi
Last recorded88,952 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 KGY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 88,952 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 84,731 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 79,521 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge / Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low on inner edge / Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Aug 2023 74,717 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Second from Rear exhaust mount corroded / adrift (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 74,682 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective Second from Rear exhaust mount corroded / adrift (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 66,361 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 54,553 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 45,063 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre size 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 40,657 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 34,936 miles

Offside Front Upper Roll bar link rod boot split

Pass 17 Aug 2017 25,736 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 18,184 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 17,707 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 17,068 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 15,058 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 14,358 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 12,893 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 11,389 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 9,162 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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LG56 KGY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LG56 KGY, 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 LG56 KGY registered?

LG56 KGY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is LG56 KGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG56 KGY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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