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PB56 ELB

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,324 mi
Last recorded65,324 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB56 ELB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2026 65,324 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 63,152 miles

Cover panels on underside of vehicle preventing inspection of some brake pupes

Exhaust system corroded.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 61,324 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 59,652 miles

Rear exhaust section corroded.

Surface corrosion on parts of underside of vehicle.

Pass 8 Sep 2022 57,556 miles

Rear exhaust section corroded.

Surface corrosion on parts of underside of vehicle.

Pass 7 Sep 2021 55,219 miles

Corrosion on parts of underside of vehicle.

Pass 4 Sep 2020 52,551 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 51,568 miles

Slight play in suspension joints and bushes.

Pass 6 Sep 2018 48,544 miles

Slight play in suspension joints and bushes.

Pass 8 Sep 2017 46,777 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 44,904 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 41,520 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 38,441 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 34,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2013 34,650 miles

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Aug 2013 34,650 miles

Prop-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2012 31,004 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Aug 2011 27,342 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 24,026 miles

Unable to see brake and fuel pipes front to rear

Pass 21 Aug 2009 17,984 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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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PB56 ELB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 PB56 ELB, 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 PB56 ELB registered?

PB56 ELB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 8 September 2006.

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