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LR56 FNU

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,841 mi
Last recorded57,841 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 FNU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 57,841 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 53,221 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 50,242 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 49,643 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 48,394 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 48,215 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 48,215 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 47,532 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 44,967 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 43,748 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 42,632 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 40,416 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 40,416 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 37,395 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2013 37,395 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2012 34,373 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 34,373 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 30,403 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 26,862 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 23,118 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 FNU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FNU, 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 FNU registered?

LR56 FNU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is LR56 FNU safe to buy?

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