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LR56 MHZ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,016 mi
Last recorded69,016 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 MHZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 69,016 miles

Front both tyres worn on outer edges but not exposing inner cords

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 53,246 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 33,419 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 26,255 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 26,172 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 25,331 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 24,520 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 23,601 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 21,046 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 19,875 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 18,265 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 16,146 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edge

o/s/r tyre has small chunk of rubber missing from outer tyre wall no cord exposed at time of inspection

Pass 14 Sep 2010 14,198 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 11,711 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 MHZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MHZ, 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 MHZ registered?

LR56 MHZ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is LR56 MHZ safe to buy?

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