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VE56 JZM

2006 Mercedes-benz 200

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

131,031 mi
Last recorded131,031 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 20074,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE56 JZM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 131,031 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2025 128,397 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 124,714 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2023 120,643 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 118,331 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 116,893 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 114,165 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 109,894 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 107,537 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 99,761 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 88,041 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 88,041 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2015 77,466 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 12 Oct 2015 77,466 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Sep 2014 73,406 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 64,483 miles

o/s and n/s front brake disc ok at test o/s n/s rear tyres legal at test

Pass 31 Jul 2012 58,253 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 52,213 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 43,020 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 35,049 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 200?

Based on 54,250 MOT tests across 7,909 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,159
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
7,909
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,684
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,763
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,405
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,209
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VE56 JZM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 200 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 74,998 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,684 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE56 JZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE56 JZM registered?

VE56 JZM is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 29 December 2006.

Is VE56 JZM safe to buy?

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