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AD55 FRL

2006 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

52,124 mi
Last recorded52,124 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz A-class61,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 FRL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 52,124 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2024 51,710 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 51,481 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

fuel filler neck corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2022 49,681 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2022 49,681 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 42,348 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner and outer edge

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 42,202 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner and outer edge

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 37,655 miles

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 12 Jun 2019 37,167 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 36,714 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 36,328 miles

fuel tank filler necks corroding.

Pass 13 Jun 2016 35,725 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 35,725 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 33,149 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 30,406 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2013 25,598 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel neck corrsion

Pass 6 Jun 2012 21,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel neck corrsion

Fail 29 May 2012 21,783 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel neck corrsion

Pass 26 May 2011 17,929 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 14,169 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 14,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 10,990 miles

body work damage to o/s and n/s of vehicle

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge and close to limit

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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AD55 FRL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 61,178 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD55 FRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD55 FRL?

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What year was AD55 FRL registered?

AD55 FRL is a 2006 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 January 2006.

Is AD55 FRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 FRL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AD55 FRL have outstanding finance?

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