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A6 BBC

2006 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Petrol 5461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,016 mi
Last recorded27,016 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class78,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 BBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2021 27,016 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 27,016 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 19,218 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 15,709 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 13,868 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 13,868 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 10,871 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 10,037 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 9,529 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 9,012 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 8,100 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 7,480 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 5,703 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 4,074 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 2,916 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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A6 BBC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 5,461cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 78,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 BBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A6 BBC registered?

A6 BBC is a 2006 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is A6 BBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 BBC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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