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LH56 AHC

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

108,257 mi
Last recorded108,257 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH56 AHC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 108,257 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 101,839 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 101,839 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 93,753 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Oct 2019 88,085 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 85,154 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 76,723 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 74,899 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 74,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 70,851 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 62,779 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2014 62,778 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 50,794 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 41,028 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 32,403 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 24,953 miles

front number plate

Fail 1 Oct 2009 24,948 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front number plate

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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LH56 AHC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LH56 AHC, 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 LH56 AHC registered?

LH56 AHC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LH56 AHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH56 AHC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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