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DX06 BUS

2006 Mercedes Motorcaravan

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,949 mi
Last recorded54,949 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes Motorcaravan40,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 BUS
MakeMercedes
ModelMotorcaravan
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 54,949 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front headlamp, projected beam image is poor.

Fail 5 Mar 2026 54,936 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged both. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front headlamp, projected beam image is poor.

Pass 4 Apr 2025 52,586 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 51,402 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 51,402 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 45,262 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 43,325 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 43,282 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 42,678 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 41,154 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 41,152 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 41,009 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 41,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 39,854 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 39,854 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 35,044 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 31,388 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2014 31,388 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 28,131 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 28,019 miles

Fuel tank straps corroding

Slight lift in both front lower suspension arm balljoints

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2012 25,703 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 22,965 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 16,035 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 10,893 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motorcaravan?

Based on 1,763 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
2,147
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 32
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
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DX06 BUS is a 2006 Mercedes Motorcaravan in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes Motorcaravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 40,698 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 Motorcaravan fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX06 BUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motorcaravan typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes Motorcaravan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX06 BUS registered?

DX06 BUS is a 2006 Mercedes Motorcaravan, first registered on 19 July 2006.

Is DX06 BUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX06 BUS shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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