2006 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · LN56 WFJ
2006 Mercedes-Benz C (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 75,935 miles. MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,935 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LN56 WFJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/02/2026
- 75,935 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LN56 WFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (LN56 WFJ) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
LN56 WFJ Mileage History
- 14/02/202360,164 mi
- 24/02/202466,308 mi+6,144 mi
- 08/02/202571,847 mi+5,539 mi
- 21/02/202675,935 mi+4,088 mi
- 21/02/202675,935 mi
Average of roughly 5,223 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- M271 timing chain stretchSerious
The 1.8 Kompressor petrol engine uses a timing chain that stretches over time, causing rattling on cold start. In severe cases the chain can jump, destroying the engine.
- Rust on arches, sills and bootlidSerious
W203s are notorious for corrosion around the wheel arches, sills and bootlid edges. Structural corrosion on sills and subframe mounting areas is an MOT failure.
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