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LM06 FBU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

112,637 mi
Last recorded112,637 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM06 FBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 112,637 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 112,613 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 112,608 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 112,086 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 111,312 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 110,527 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 110,527 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 108,617 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 104,280 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 95,995 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 95,839 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 76,692 miles

brake pads getting low. pad warning light on

Fail 20 Aug 2012 76,692 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake pads getting low. pad warning light on

Pass 26 Aug 2011 59,081 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2010 47,586 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 47,585 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 33,780 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 33,753 miles

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

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

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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LM06 FBU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LM06 FBU, 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 LM06 FBU registered?

LM06 FBU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 July 2006.

Is LM06 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM06 FBU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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