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6973 AP

2006 Mercedes-benz E

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,107 mi
Last recorded82,107 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz E93,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6973 AP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025 82,107 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 81,386 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 80,528 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 79,931 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner exhaust mounting bracket is very rusty

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 78,890 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 76,783 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 76,023 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 74,931 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 74,337 miles

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection

vehicle under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 Aug 2015 72,892 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2014 71,005 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2013 65,592 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 57,743 miles

f/n/s tyre looks to be scrubbing on inside

suspect brake pipes above flexibles at rear to be corroding heavily

Pass 25 Jul 2011 46,584 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 37,203 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 28,134 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?

Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
7,127
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
435,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132,731
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,433
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 41,321
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 39,376
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37,959
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6973 AP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 93,352 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 6973 AP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 6973 AP registered?

6973 AP is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is 6973 AP safe to buy?

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