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AU06 FZK

2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter

Silver Diesel 2686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

45,145 mi
Last recorded45,145 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter141,430 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 FZK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSprinter
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,686cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 45,145 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 38,200 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Wheel bearing has slight play front and rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

rubber bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 23 Dec 2022 33,434 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and tailpipe partially missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear park brake uneven effort

Fail 31 Aug 2022 33,392 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside handbrake performance

Rear exhaust pipe

Pass 7 Sep 2021 30,149 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 27,780 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 25,827 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 24,827 miles

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2017 23,842 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 23,842 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2016 21,033 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 18,934 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 16,783 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 16,430 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 14,028 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 12,762 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 10,169 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sprinter?

Based on 4,037,050 MOT tests across 408,496 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
10,964
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
408,496
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 175,127
position lamp(s) not working 92,747
Registration plate lamp not working 78,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 69,976
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,847
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AU06 FZK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter in Silver with a 2,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 141,430 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sprinter fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 175,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU06 FZK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sprinter typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sprinter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU06 FZK registered?

AU06 FZK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz Sprinter, first registered on 19 May 2006.

Is AU06 FZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 FZK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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