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LT56 BTF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,074 mi
Last recorded40,074 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 BTF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 40,074 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 39,218 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 37,923 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 37,110 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 35,774 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 35,204 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 33,922 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 32,021 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 30,968 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 30,968 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 29,744 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 28,713 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 24,326 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 22,224 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 20,318 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 17,257 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 12,738 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 12,738 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 9,619 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 6,803 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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LT56 BTF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LT56 BTF, 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 LT56 BTF registered?

LT56 BTF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LT56 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT56 BTF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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