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LS56 XMJ

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,979 mi
Last recorded93,979 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS56 XMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 93,979 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front headlight gone slightly opaque

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 92,540 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 91,754 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front head light slighty gone oquaqer

Pass 18 Nov 2022 86,710 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 86,310 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 85,556 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 81,502 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 76,256 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 69,979 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 65,043 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 61,189 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 57,845 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 55,555 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 51,135 miles

Both front tyre worn on inner and outer edges.

Gearbox lower cover leaking oil.

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall cut.

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 36,817 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 21,216 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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LS56 XMJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LS56 XMJ, 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 XMJ registered?

LS56 XMJ is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is LS56 XMJ safe to buy?

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