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A2 RUU

2006 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

138,068 mi
Last recorded138,068 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz E93,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 RUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 138,068 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 130,451 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Dec 2023 123,336 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 116,770 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 107,804 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 99,765 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 99,123 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 98,096 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 96,854 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 95,745 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 91,699 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 91,698 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 86,354 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 79,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2012 73,100 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 68,519 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 48,865 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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A2 RUU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A2 RUU, 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 A2 RUU registered?

A2 RUU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 20 October 2006.

Is A2 RUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 RUU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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