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LV56 YZM

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,562 mi
Last recorded55,562 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 YZM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 55,562 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 52,716 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 50,234 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 48,669 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 45,491 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 42,311 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 37,792 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 37,786 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 30,522 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 24,725 miles

Offside front tyre has a cut in tread & inner wall. No cord exposed

Fail 2 Jun 2012 24,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside front tyre has a cut in tread & inner wall. No cord exposed

Pass 2 Jun 2011 19,086 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 15,220 miles

Oil leak from auto transmission

Fail 3 Jun 2009 9,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Trims fitted under bonnet limiting inspection

Underguards fitted limiting inspection

Pass 3 Jun 2009 9,367 miles

Trims fitted under bonnet limiting inspection

Underguards fitted limiting inspection

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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LV56 YZM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LV56 YZM, 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 LV56 YZM registered?

LV56 YZM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is LV56 YZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV56 YZM shows 15 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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