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PB06 PUB

2006 Mercedes-benz R-class

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

188,451 mi
Last recorded188,451 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class85,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPB06 PUB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 188,451 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 175,480 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 164,788 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 159,705 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 151,141 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 151,140 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 145,671 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 142,862 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 133,332 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 121,705 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 107,867 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,539 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 69,565 miles

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 8 Oct 2010 54,410 miles

nearside rear position lamp dim

Pass 19 Oct 2009 38,870 miles

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

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

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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PB06 PUB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PB06 PUB, 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 PB06 PUB registered?

PB06 PUB is a 2006 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is PB06 PUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for PB06 PUB shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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