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BT06 RYY

2006 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

133,731 mi
Last recorded133,731 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class85,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT06 RYY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 133,731 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 129,033 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lens (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 106,021 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 91,338 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2017 84,344 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 80,039 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 75,188 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 75,164 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Cracking on all tyres

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

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

O/S/R tail pipe heat shield loose

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2014 66,568 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 66,568 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 59,091 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2012 52,284 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 May 2011 42,955 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 35,386 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 26,867 miles

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

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

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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BT06 RYY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BT06 RYY, 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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BT06 RYY is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 15 June 2006.

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