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LS56 KTV

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

95,500 mi
Last recorded95,500 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS56 KTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 95,500 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 92,957 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 89,187 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 85,658 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 82,780 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 80,670 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 77,975 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 74,249 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 68,505 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 62,956 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 57,314 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 51,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2013 45,962 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 40,346 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 35,436 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 29,922 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 23,256 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 Nov 2009 23,255 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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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LS56 KTV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LS56 KTV, 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 LS56 KTV registered?

LS56 KTV is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 13 December 2006.

Is LS56 KTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS56 KTV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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