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DS06 NFU

2006 Mercedes-benz 320

Grey Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

207,559 mi
Last recorded207,559 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz 32090,263 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS06 NFU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 207,559 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Underbody covers fitted

Fail 28 Jan 2026 207,559 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Underbody covers fitted

Fail 20 Jan 2026 207,557 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 199,253 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 199,253 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 185,980 miles

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

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))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 177,214 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 177,214 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 171,178 miles

Rear tyres approx 3mm

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

Fail 17 Jan 2022 171,178 miles

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

Rear tyres approx 3mm

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 165,165 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 155,129 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 154,944 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

engine oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2018 142,574 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 142,531 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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DS06 NFU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 in Grey with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 90,263 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-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS06 NFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS06 NFU registered?

DS06 NFU is a 2006 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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