2006 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · C16 DCR
2006 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 27 Oct 2006. Recorded mileage 133,014 miles. MOT valid until 05 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,014 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C16 DCR Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2026
- 133,014 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C16 DCR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (C16 DCR) between October 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
C16 DCR Mileage History
- 15/10/2022120,289 mi
- 12/10/2023121,489 mi+1,200 mi
- 19/11/2024122,102 mi+613 mi
- 06/03/2026133,014 mi+10,912 mi
Average of roughly 3,753 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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