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AJ56 MXG

2006 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,907 mi
Last recorded146,907 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class85,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ56 MXG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2015 146,907 miles

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

brake pedal anti slip slight worn

Pass 11 Dec 2014 136,142 miles

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

brake pedal rubber worn

nsr wheel slight bind

Pass 22 Oct 2013 118,114 miles

engine management light on intermittant

nearside front sidelamp cracked

water in nearside front side lamp

Pass 12 Nov 2012 95,583 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 79,694 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 18 May 2011 56,404 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 50,283 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)

Fail 12 Oct 2010 50,283 miles

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

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 30 Oct 2009 37,951 miles

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

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

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

parking brake travel high

wipers poor starting to smear and judder

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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AJ56 MXG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AJ56 MXG, 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.

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What year was AJ56 MXG registered?

AJ56 MXG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is AJ56 MXG safe to buy?

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