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PN56 LJE

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,102 mi
Last recorded37,102 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 LJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 37,102 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 36,492 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 36,052 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 35,418 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 34,977 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 34,445 miles

Offside Rear tyre has screw in it

Pass 3 Feb 2020 34,344 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2019 33,622 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 32,446 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 38,055 miles

under body covers fitted

under bonnet covers fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2017 31,783 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

possible fault with near side repeater

under body covers fitted

under bonnet covers fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2016 16,278 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 28,914 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 28,060 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 25,846 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 23,916 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 21,128 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 16,387 miles

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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PN56 LJE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 PN56 LJE, 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

How do I check the history of PN56 LJE?

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What year was PN56 LJE registered?

PN56 LJE is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 11 September 2006.

Is PN56 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN56 LJE shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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