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LR56 CXS

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

142,210 mi
Last recorded142,210 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 CXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 142,210 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 142,209 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 134,529 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 126,862 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2023 126,862 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid top up water botter and make work (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working fit new bud and make work (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working fit new bud and make work (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps number plater ligth fit new bud and make work (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 119,033 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

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

Pass 8 Oct 2021 110,911 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 101,735 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 93,340 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 86,339 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 78,936 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 78,936 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 70,631 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 60,584 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 51,629 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 43,655 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 35,708 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 29,310 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 22,726 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 16,397 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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LR56 CXS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LR56 CXS, 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 LR56 CXS registered?

LR56 CXS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is LR56 CXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 CXS shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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