2006 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · YE56 LHM
2006 Mercedes-Benz C (2.1L, diesel). First registered 30 Nov 2006. Recorded mileage 146,103 miles. MOT expired on 12 Jan 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ C
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,103 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YE56 LHM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 24/02/2025
- 146,103 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YE56 LHM 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 (YE56 LHM) between October 2021 and February 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 February 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Oil leaking excessively from engine underguards needs taking off too investigate (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault light on dash . (7.1.6 (a))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
YE56 LHM Mileage History
- 29/10/2021129,068 mi
- 28/10/2022139,190 mi+10,122 mi
- 11/11/2022139,195 mi+5 mi
- 13/01/2024144,348 mi+5,153 mi
- 24/02/2025146,103 mi+1,755 mi
Average of roughly 5,126 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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