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A5 NBK

2006 Mercedes-benz E

Black Petrol 2996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,115 mi
Last recorded45,115 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz E93,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 NBK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 45,115 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 43,996 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 43,326 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 42,359 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2023 42,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 39,133 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 38,802 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 38,714 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 33,862 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 31,180 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 29,475 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 27,835 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 2 Mar 2015 26,700 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2015 26,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 24,781 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 21,691 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 May 2012 18,820 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 16,258 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2010 14,395 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front 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 4 Jun 2009 12,361 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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A5 NBK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E in Black with a 2,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A5 NBK, 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 A5 NBK?

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What year was A5 NBK registered?

A5 NBK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 17 July 2006.

Is A5 NBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 NBK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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