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BD56 XEG

2006 Mercedes-benz R-class

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

109,743 mi
Last recorded109,743 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class85,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD56 XEG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 109,743 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 97,084 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 85,072 miles

Central exhaust mount cracked

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both ()

Pass 17 Dec 2015 73,397 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 60,926 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 60,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 57,886 miles

Both front tyres worn smooth on inner edges

Pass 14 Oct 2013 40,569 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Oct 2012 37,511 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 37,511 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 35,856 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 35,330 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 33,723 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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BD56 XEG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class in Blue with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BD56 XEG, 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 BD56 XEG registered?

BD56 XEG is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 19 December 2006.

Is BD56 XEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD56 XEG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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