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A9 DUA

2006 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

152,820 mi
Last recorded152,820 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class85,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 DUA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 152,820 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 150,956 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jan 2025 150,956 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 145,558 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 142,743 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 135,929 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 126,659 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 114,188 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 102,921 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 88,448 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 72,522 miles

Front Both front outer c.v joint gaiters show signs of grease seepage

Front Both front tyres wearing slightly on inner & outer edges

Pass 17 Nov 2015 56,448 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 47,653 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2013 40,114 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Nov 2013 40,114 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Dec 2012 35,731 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 29,745 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 23,656 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 16,998 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz R-class?

Based on 63,579 MOT tests across 4,470 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
7,608
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 919
position lamp(s) not working 728
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 598
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 581
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 407
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A9 DUA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 85,866 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz R-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 919 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A9 DUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz R-class typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A9 DUA registered?

A9 DUA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is A9 DUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 DUA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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