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LS56 XJX

2007 Mercedes-benz C

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,338 mi
Last recorded55,338 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz C79,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS56 XJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 55,338 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 52,871 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 50,293 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2023 50,293 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 47,713 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 47,704 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 46,646 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 45,383 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front wing panel has dents

engine cover under trays fitted

Pass 20 May 2019 42,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 41,511 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 39,709 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 39,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40R17 (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 37,712 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 34,718 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 31,584 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 29,499 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Feb 2012 26,841 miles

both rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 31 Jan 2011 21,308 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 16,791 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 16,791 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 XJX is a 2007 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 2007 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 79,646 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 XJX, 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 19 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 LS56 XJX?

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What year was LS56 XJX registered?

LS56 XJX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 26 January 2007.

Is LS56 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS56 XJX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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