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LR06 BXL

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

170,756 mi
Last recorded170,756 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR06 BXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 170,756 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 162,261 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 159,587 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 151,225 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tca arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 145,330 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 144,474 miles

brake pipes slight corrosion

Pass 13 Apr 2018 751,140 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 751,140 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 137,957 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 126,407 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 112,667 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 101,090 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 88,046 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 63,761 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 51,444 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 38,741 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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LR06 BXL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LR06 BXL, 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 LR06 BXL?

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What year was LR06 BXL registered?

LR06 BXL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is LR06 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR06 BXL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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