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LR56 XXS

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

208,906 mi
Last recorded208,906 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR56 XXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 208,906 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 197,830 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 197,828 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2021 192,997 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 186,724 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 176,233 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 162,917 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 149,924 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 137,229 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear tyre nail

Pass 8 Sep 2015 33,179 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 33,179 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 106,001 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 91,640 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2012 78,244 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 63,779 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 48,182 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 34,550 miles

CUT IN NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE SIDEWALL

EXHAUST RUBBER ADRIFT

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE BALD ON OUTER EDGE

SMALL CUT IN OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SIDEWALL

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 XXS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XXS, 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 XXS?

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What year was LR56 XXS registered?

LR56 XXS is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is LR56 XXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR56 XXS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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