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A21 JGN

2006 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

75,497 mi
Last recorded75,497 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz E93,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 JGN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 75,497 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 68,680 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 64,131 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rearmost bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rearmost bracket corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 63,745 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2022 62,997 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 62,070 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 May 2021 62,045 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2020 61,480 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective 3 x rearmost mountings in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 59,577 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting defective centre pipe bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 56,602 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 54,665 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 52,190 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 46,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2015 46,931 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2014 42,519 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 39,434 miles

Both rear tyres cracking around tread

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

Pass 25 May 2012 35,537 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2011 31,113 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 25,455 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 25,455 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 27 May 2009 17,257 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 16,400 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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A21 JGN 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 A21 JGN, 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 A21 JGN registered?

A21 JGN is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is A21 JGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 JGN 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.

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