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AY06 XTK

2006 Mercedes-benz R-class

Red Petrol 3495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,274 mi
Last recorded27,274 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2011
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class85,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY06 XTK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,495cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2011 27,274 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 24,747 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 24,747 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2009 20,979 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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AY06 XTK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class in Red with a 3,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY06 XTK, 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

How do I check the history of AY06 XTK?

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What year was AY06 XTK registered?

AY06 XTK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 31 May 2006.

Is AY06 XTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY06 XTK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY06 XTK have outstanding finance?

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