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A13 SEA

2006 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

112,363 mi
Last recorded112,363 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz E93,352 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 SEA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 112,363 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 109,979 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 107,530 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 105,458 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 102,514 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 100,051 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 97,371 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 93,251 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 90,265 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 86,024 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 75,559 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 58,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Feb 2015 58,336 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Feb 2015 58,336 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 42,050 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Mar 2014 42,050 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2013 27,865 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre damaged on sidewall

Pass 20 Mar 2012 26,906 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 25,121 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 23,372 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 18,998 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 18,998 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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A13 SEA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 A13 SEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A13 SEA?

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What year was A13 SEA registered?

A13 SEA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is A13 SEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 SEA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A13 SEA have outstanding finance?

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