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LT56 UBD

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

158,343 mi
Last recorded158,343 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 UBD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2024 158,343 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 155,139 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 151,931 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 147,923 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 147,923 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 144,658 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 144,654 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 142,016 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2020 142,016 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 122,005 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 10 Jan 2019 122,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Jan 2018 110,989 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 107,442 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 107,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 99,198 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 19 Jan 2016 99,194 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rears (4.1.E.1)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 90,907 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 85,932 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 85,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 81,195 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 64,403 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 58,953 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 46,611 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 UBD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UBD, 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.

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What year was LT56 UBD registered?

LT56 UBD is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 September 2006.

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The MOT history for LT56 UBD shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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