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KN56 WBL

2006 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,365 mi
Last recorded106,365 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class85,866 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN56 WBL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2018 106,365 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 99,971 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 95,125 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 92,499 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 84,362 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 66,705 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 66,705 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2010 53,367 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 40,108 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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KN56 WBL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KN56 WBL, 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 KN56 WBL registered?

KN56 WBL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 1 January 2006.

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