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LT56 KVW

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

353,708 mi
Last recorded353,708 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 KVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 353,708 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 353,648 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 339,560 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 322,316 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 310,534 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 296,334 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 261,057 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 220,925 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 178,483 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 146,989 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 102,137 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 65,178 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 KVW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KVW, 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 KVW registered?

LT56 KVW is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 5 September 2006.

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The MOT history for LT56 KVW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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