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YY06 GZU

2006 Mercedes-benz E

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,683 mi
Last recorded162,683 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz E93,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY06 GZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelE
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2022 162,683 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 154,081 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 141,763 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 133,755 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 124,025 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 114,928 miles

front tyre edges starting to wear

Pass 20 Oct 2015 105,333 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 95,747 miles

advise o/s/f and n/s/f and o/s/r tyres close to wear markers

Pass 10 Oct 2013 80,661 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 71,229 miles

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

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 22 Oct 2011 60,882 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 46,283 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 34,390 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 29,616 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz E?

Based on 4,722,746 MOT tests across 435,734 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
7,127
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
435,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 132,731
Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,433
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 41,321
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 39,376
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 37,959
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YY06 GZU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz E models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 93,352 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz E fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 132,731 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY06 GZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz E typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY06 GZU registered?

YY06 GZU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz E, first registered on 22 May 2006.

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