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BV56 XAK

2006 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

124,952 mi
Last recorded124,952 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class85,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 XAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2020 124,952 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 117,947 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 105,356 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 95,257 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 95,257 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 84,839 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 73,837 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 60,153 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 48,023 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 42,195 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres worn on inner edges!

Fail 16 Aug 2011 42,194 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres worn on inner edges!

Pass 24 Aug 2010 34,409 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 24,798 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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BV56 XAK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver 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 BV56 XAK, 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 BV56 XAK registered?

BV56 XAK is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is BV56 XAK safe to buy?

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