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SP56 LXF

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,853 mi
Last recorded76,853 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 LXF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 76,853 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 76,853 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 58,114 miles

slight play in osf adjustable wheel bearing

Pass 12 Dec 2014 41,449 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 28,279 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2013 28,279 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 20,492 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 11,677 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 11,677 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 6,443 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 1,312 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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SP56 LXF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SP56 LXF, 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 SP56 LXF?

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What year was SP56 LXF registered?

SP56 LXF is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is SP56 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP56 LXF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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