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LR56 JVK

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,022 mi
Last recorded26,022 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 JVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 26,022 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 24,683 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 23,769 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 22,222 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 20,719 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 20,719 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 20,156 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 19,863 miles

engine covers and under body covers fitted not allowing to check some components

Pass 6 Dec 2018 18,909 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 17,733 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 16,280 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 15,290 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 14,314 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 13,142 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 9,774 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 8,253 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Offside and nearside rear tyres and nearside front tyre outer sidewalls cut, but not deep enough to reach ply or cords.

Pass 11 Dec 2009 6,146 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 JVK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 JVK, 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 LR56 JVK?

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What year was LR56 JVK registered?

LR56 JVK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is LR56 JVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 JVK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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